Manages electrical construction projects from planning through closeout, coordinating clients, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams. Responsibilities include contract administration, project scheduling, document review, field installation coordination, site visits, construction issue resolution, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and adherence to cost, time, and labor-hour targets.
Scope of Work:
The Project Engineer is accountable for the successful execution of assigned projects and tasks as directed by the Project Manager. This role ensures that all work is completed within established time frames, adheres to quality standards, meets projected man-hours, and complies with company guidelines and regulatory requirements. The Project Engineer will interact with internal support staff and external stakeholders, including owners, architects, engineers, trade contractors, and vendors, to facilitate project-related activities
Responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Execution:
- Plan and prepare contract administration for assigned projects.
- Execute and direct project activities to ensure timely completion.
- Conduct on-site visits to oversee project layout, scheduling of materials, tools, equipment, and information.
- Client and Stakeholder Management:
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Interact with owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, and vendors.
- Participate in project meetings and special trade-related activities and events.
- Coordination and Communication:
- Coordinate with Operations Manager, Project Manager, General Superintendent, and Human Resources Department.
- Review project documents, plans, and specifications.
- Direct construction activities and resolve construction difficulties.
- Coordinate field installations and project closings.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure all work conforms to quality standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Adhere to standard operating procedures and project cost, time, and quality standards.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelors Degree in Construction Management preferred. Equivalent studies or experience will be considered.
- Experience: High degree of technical/administrative experience and meets job position requirements. Completion of, or initiative to enroll in, an approved electrical apprenticeship program preferred.
- SPECIALIZED SKILLS: High level interpersonal relationship skills, proficiency in communication skills, organization skills, and must be technology/computer proficient.
Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.
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