Commercial Electrical Project Engineer

Boutique Recruiting; Altadena (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Career growth

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking a Commercial Electrical Project Engineer in Altadena, CA to support project management, coordination, procurement, and estimating for large-scale electrical construction projects.

Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years of commercial electrical experience, strong knowledge of electrical installations, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. This role offers growth within a stable, family-owned organization.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of commercial electrical construction experience.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Adobe, Microsoft Office, and ERP or procurement systems.
• Familiarity with electrical estimating concepts and software such as Accubid or McCormick.
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local job sites.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in coordinating commercial electrical construction projects from planning through completion.
• Review drawings, specifications, BOMs, and project scopes to ensure accurate execution.
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, schedules, and documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, inspectors, and clients to maintain timelines.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes; support procurement activities.
• Assist with project estimating and cost tracking using estimating software.
• Conduct periodic jobsite visits and address scheduling/material challenges.

Skills

Electrical project management

Scheduling

Vendor communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Bluebeam

Adobe

Microsoft Office

ERP/ Procurement systems

Accubid

McCormick

Job description

Position Title: Commercial Electrical Project Engineer

A growing commercial electrical contractor is seeking a Commercial Electrical Project Engineer to support project management, construction coordination, procurement, and estimating for large-scale electrical construction projects. This role will work closely with project managers to coordinate material submittals, manage RFIs and change orders, track project schedules, communicate with vendors, and ensure successful project execution across municipal, commercial, and public works projects.

The ideal candidate has 2–5+ years of commercial electrical construction experience, a strong understanding of electrical installations, and the organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys hands‑on project involvement, values collaboration, and wants to grow within a stable, family‑owned company.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in coordinating commercial electrical construction projects from planning through completion
• Review construction drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and project scopes to ensure accurate execution
• Prepare and track material submittals, RFIs, change orders, project schedules, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, vendors, inspectors, and clients to maintain project timelines and deliverables
• Solicit and evaluate quotes for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services while supporting procurement activities
• Assist with project estimating, change order pricing, and cost tracking using electrical estimating software
• Conduct periodic jobsite visits, monitor project progress, and proactively address scheduling, material availability, and supply chain challenges

Requirements

• 2–5+ years of experience in commercial electrical construction, electrical contracting, or project engineering with significant electrical project exposure
• Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction processes, and project management fundamentals
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bills of materials
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Adobe, Microsoft Office, and ERP or procurement systems
• Familiarity with electrical estimating concepts, change orders, and estimating software such as Accubid or McCormick
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to travel to local job sites as needed

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees and their immediate families
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid time off and sick leave with increased accrual based on tenure
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable, collaborative, family-owned organization