Electrical Project Engineer — Data Center (Reno)

Big-D Construction; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance funded by

HSA with employer contribution

401k with match

Life Insurance & Disability coverage

Job summary

Big-D Mission Critical is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the electrical scope on mission-critical data center construction projects in Reno, NV. You will coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, trade partners, and commissioning teams to ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence per specs and client requirements.

Based in Reno, you will review designs, track schedules, and support procurement, budgeting, and turnover activities while maintaining high-quality documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of experience in commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, medium-voltage distribution, and power monitoring systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, and field activities.
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and electrical system designs.
• Track project schedules, procurement, and installation progress.
• Support quality control inspections and issue resolution.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and change management.
• Coordinate equipment startup, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Manage project documentation, turnover packages, and as-built drawings.
• Participate in owner, subcontractor, and internal project meetings.

Skills

Electrical systems basics

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Big-D Mission Critical is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the electrical scope on mission-critical data center construction projects in Reno, NV. You will coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, trade partners, and commissioning teams to ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence per specs and client requirements.

Based in Reno, you will review designs, track schedules, and support procurement, budgeting, and turnover activities while maintaining high-quality documentation and