Description

SUMMARY: The Project Engineer I is responsible for providing administrative support, such as data entry, processing and coordination of items. The Project Engineer I is part of the project team working in collaboration to successfully complete construction projects and begins to support with technical project items. This is a non-exempt position that is an individual contributor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide internal project support through administration and coordination of project tasks.
• Set up jobs in project management software, create Job Information Sheets and establish Job Files.
• Assemble subcontracts for review.
• Maintain data accuracy of project management software (Procore).
• Create and process purchase orders throughout duration of project.
• Prepare project schedules based on estimated hours, electrical tasks, project milestones, resource leveling, Project Manager Guidelines and project criteria.
• Create and update project schedules and labor tracking sheets.
• Coordinate Tier-Subcontractor scheduling with Baker Electric Project Foremen.
• Obtain and maintain all necessary permits.
• Discuss utility service, supply, or project related issues with inter-departmental personnel and field forces, representatives of agencies, engineering firms, contractors, developers, manufacturers and distributors.
• Review and understand basics of single line, lighting and switchgear.
• Review all Requests for Information (RFIs) generated from Baker field personnel and compare these to the project drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate the RFI process ensuring answers are received in a timely manner.
• Maintain a log tracking the routing and time frames of all submittal documents.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors ensuring submittals are complete and correct prior to forwarding.
• Administer the closing of the project by coordinating the completion of the project punch list.
• Coordinate with the Foremen or Superintendent as necessary to ensure the punch list is completed in an expeditious manner.
• Process Baker Electric field generated change order requests.
• Provide input and respond to project status requests in a timely manner to meet project deadlines.
• Perform overtime work, as required and requested by Supervisor to meet department and company needs.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related degree or successful graduation of an electrical training program
• 1+ year of professional administrative experience and/or internship
• Proven ability to learn new technology
• Proficiency in MS Office / O365 applications