Project Engineer

Position Summary

The Project Engineer assists with project coordination, RFIs, submittals, scheduling, procurement, field documentation, and First-of-Kind (FOK) execution while working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, QA/QC, and field teams to ensure quality installations and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Superintendents with technical execution of electrical scopes
• Manage and coordinate First-of-Kind (FOK) installations, including preparation, review, and approval processes
• Track and manage RFIs, submittals, drawings, and electrical specifications
• Coordinate with QA/QC and field teams to ensure FOKs are approved and standardized for replication
• Print, manage, and distribute labels for electrical equipment, panels, feeders, racks, and devices in accordance with data center requirements
• Assist with electrical drawings, layouts, and field documentation to support installation accuracy
• Maintain accurate project records in construction management platforms (ACC, Procore, or similar)
• Coordinate with trade partners and internal teams to support installation readiness and field execution
• Participate in project meetings and assist with follow-up on technical and FOK-related action items
• Maintain clear communication between engineering, QA/QC, field operations, trade partners, and office leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent electrical field experience)
• 1–5+ years of experience in electrical construction or project engineering
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, FOK processes, and labeling requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data center or mission-critical projects preferred
• Experience with ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction platforms preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Per diem for eligible traveling employees
• Company housing provided when applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Long-term growth opportunities on major data center projects

Why Vanguard

• Work on high-profile, mission-critical data center projects
• Strong collaboration between engineering, QA/QC, field teams, and trade partners
• Stable workload with long-term project opportunities
• Clear career progression (Project Engineer → Project Manager)
• Company culture focused on quality, accountability, and execution