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Electrical Construction Project Engineer

MYR Group · San Jose, CA · 3 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$24.04–$36.06/hrFull-time

About the role

The Project Engineer will work with an existing project team on current construction projects, assisting a Project Manager and continuing their development under the direction of CSI. Successful candidates must display company core values as found in the CSI Orientation Packet.

Founded in 1990, CSI has emerged as a leader in highly technical and innovative electrical design and construction. We are a full-service firm with the resources and expertise to handle any commercial, industrial, or one-of-a-kind challenge. Our services include energy solutions, and we serve diverse industries such as aerospace, biotech/pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. In July 2019, CSI joined the MYR Group family, expanding our commercial and industrial reach.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and follow CSI policies and procedures
  • Manage document control and drawings
  • Obtain necessary permits
  • Perform electrical take-offs and project estimating
  • Prepare submittals and shop drawings, and review quoted items and commodities
  • Manage RFI logs and review RFIs for cost impact
  • Manage POs, vendor tracking, and releases
  • Prepare project budgets for internal tracking and maintain constant understanding of costs and budget thresholds
  • Estimate small jobs and change orders, complete and maintain change order estimates and logs, and track and price EWOs
  • Work with the lighting department on an as-needed basis to manage light fixtures, controls, and switchgear tracking logs
  • Work with the pre-fab department on an as-needed basis
  • Provide field foremen with information, material tracking, and other administrative functions
  • Summarize and track time and material paperwork
  • Take ownership and accountability for assigned tasks
  • Manage and track subcontractors
  • Prepare reports and schedule review for Project Reviews
  • Perform job closeouts and O&Ms

Requirements

  • Estimating experience: Accubid preferred
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • AA/BS in Construction Management, Business, or Engineering (or soon to graduate)
  • Minimum of one year in the electrical construction trade, with strong knowledge of construction sequencing, methods, and materials practices, including electrical systems
  • LEED AP and OSHA 30 certification desired, but not mandatory (*can be a combination of trade, education, and relevant work experience)

Skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and BlueBeam
  • Proactive attitude, showing initiative and ability to work independently
  • Ability to read and understand Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing drawings
  • Knowledge of, and compliance with, all electrical codes, Local Union Labor Agreements, and State Compliance Laws/Regulations
  • Excellent reasoning ability
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing job requirements
  • Dependability and punctuality for all CSI activities
  • Ability to work in a team environment and display leadership skills
  • Positive attitude and customer focus

Physical Demands

  • Frequently works outdoors on uneven surfaces
  • May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
  • May be required to stoop, bend, and crouch

Work Environment

  • Works in a climate-controlled environment 50% of the time
  • May work in varying weather conditions: hot, cold, and wet
  • Frequently works in areas with large industrial equipment subject to high noise levels
  • May occasionally work in areas with hazardous chemicals

Pay

Hourly Rate: $24.04–$36.06/hour (Non-Exempt), commensurate with experience, paid weekly.

Benefits

  • Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid holidays
  • Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and annual profit-sharing potential
  • Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Various voluntary plans: short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital, critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents
  • Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family (CSI pays 100% for employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s))

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