Electrical Project Engineer: Field Lead & PM Growth

Power Engineering Services, LLC; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching andvest

Medical, Dental, Vision

PPO, HSA, FSA option

Employee discounts

Job summary

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, seeks an Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer to plan, execute, and deliver complex electrical power projects. Ideal candidates have a background in electrical/mechanical engineering or construction management and explore growth into project management.

The role blends technical knowledge with field coordination, project documentation, scheduling, client communication, and testing/commissioning support. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in electrical/Mechanical engineering, construction management, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience managing utility or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in electrical systems, power distribution, protection & control, or substation testing.
• Working knowledge of NETA testing procedures and ability to interpret electrical schematics and one-line diagrams, preferred.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Primavera, MS Project, or similar platforms.
• Experience managing electrical subcontractors and leading field testing teams.
• Ability to interface with engineers, electricians, clients, and utility stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple fast-paced projects with competing deadlines.
• Hands-on field or trade experience (NETA-certified technician or licensed electrician), preferred.
• PMP, PE license, or NETA Level III/IV certification, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and pre-employment drug screening.
• Willingness to travel 30-40% to project sites across assigned regions during active phases.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site-level document control, ensuring current drawings, specifications, work orders, and scope documents are available to field personnel.
• Process, track, and distribute RFIs from initiation through resolution, maintaining a current RFI log.
• Prepare, submit, and track site submittals including material data sheets, cable termination kits, and test equipment calibration records.
• Maintain organized site files, including daily reports, inspection records, and correspondence, audit-ready.
• Support the Project Manager in assembling and maintaining job packets reflecting latest approved scope.
• Prepare and submit daily progress reports documenting work, crew deployment, weather, delays, safety observations.
• Maintain a daily site log capturing activities, visitor logs, and client directions.
• Photograph work in progress for documentation and quality records.
• Track daily quantities and any rework or deficiencies.
• Conduct daily crew briefings to review plan, safety, and sequencing priorities.
• Coordinate daily work sequencing between crews to ensure testing-ready terminations.
• Monitor daily progress against schedule and report delays or conflicts to PM.
• Track headcount, labor hours, and equipment usage; provide daily reports to PM.
• Coordinate material deliveries, staging, and tool availability to prevent stoppages.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance with safety requirements.
• Document and communicate subcontractor issues to PM promptly.

Skills

Project coordination

Client communication

Field leadership

Scheduling

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Mechanical engineering or construction management

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, seeks an Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer to plan, execute, and deliver complex electrical power projects. Ideal candidates have a background in electrical/mechanical engineering or construction management and explore growth into project management.

The role blends technical knowledge with field coordination, project documentation, scheduling, client communication, and testing/commissioning support. Travel may be required.