Project Engineer (Electrical Prefabrication)

Electrical Prefabrication Project Engineer oversees the prefabrication and preassembly of electrical systems, coordinating with BIM/VDC and project teams to deliver on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Directs all prefabrication and preassembly activities for electrical systems.
• Guarantees projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Partners with department leaders, project managers, superintendents, and BIM/VDC teams to optimize fabrication workflows and ensure installations comply with specifications, B&I standards, and building codes.
• Lead the Electrical shop crew, coordinating activities to maintain safe, productive operations.
• Collaborate with BIM/VDC teams to deliver precise drawings and fabrication-ready specifications.
• Evaluate submittals to confirm equipment, fixtures, and materials meet project requirements, and relay feedback to PMs and VDC teams.
• Review architectural, civil, and structural drawings to verify space and elevation adequacy for MEP systems and resolve clashes.
• Procure materials, tools, and equipment, ensuring timely delivery to support production timelines.
• Perform field visits to review shop drawings with installation crews and collect feedback for improvement.
• Assess performance of shop foremen and staff, provide coaching and training to sustain productivity, and conduct timely performance reviews.
• Apply and monitor Lean manufacturing practices to drive continuous process improvement and waste reduction.
• Coordinate with other trades to prevent conflicts and maintain smooth workflow.
• Prioritize safety by enforcing company policies and OSHA regulations in the shop.
• Contribute to the development of relevant KPIs.
• Maintain KPI Core Value boards with regular updates focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Provide mentorship to develop future Electrical Managers, BIM/VDC Spoolers, and shop leaders.
• Develop standard operating procedures, train the team on them, and ensure accountability for SOP compliance.
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Esta posición requiere la capacidad de levantar y transportar materiales de hasta 50 libras de manera frecuente.
• Manual material handling must comply with OSHA safety standards and company policies to minimize injury risk.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of Project Engineering experience with a focus in commercial Electrical.
• Subject Matter Expert for electrical systems, materials, fabrication, and installation techniques.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, submittals, and specifications.
• Proficient with construction technology (Bluebeam, Evolve, Navisworks, etc.) and MS Office suite (Outlook, Teams, Planner, Power BI, etc.).
• Comply with all B&I safety procedures.
• Drug test, background check, and a clean driving record are pre-employment requirements.

Technologies

• Bluebeam
• Evolve
• Navisworks
• Outlook
• Teams
• Planner
• PowerBI
• Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Wellness reimbursement
• ESOP / employee ownership
• 401(k) with company match
• Roth IRA options
• NCCER-certified in-house and online training