Project Controls Engineer

Rosendin Electric, Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Annual bonus

PTO days

Holidays

Sick leave

Bereavement leave

Jury duty

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability

FSAs

Charitable match

Job summary

Rosendin Electric, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. You will join the Project Controls Group to ensure project scope alignment, setup audits, and readiness planning for critical projects.

Bring 2–5 years’ experience in project controls, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and strong Excel/Smartsheet skills. Expect collaboration with field operations and internal leadership, plus travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in project engineering or project controls within construction.
• Strong understanding of WBS design and planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and validation of WBS and task codes.
• Support early-phase project activities, scope gathering and readiness planning.
• Audit project setup and baseline documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in project startup support during onboarding.
• Maintain documentation of PCG input, audit findings, and field support activities.
• Provide feedback to improve templates, workflows, and planning tools.

Skills

WBS design

Planning principles

Project controls systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Excel

Smartsheet

Project coordination platforms

Job description

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY

The Project Controls Engineer serves as a core technical member of Rosendin’s internal Project Controls Group (PCG). This role supports the Project Controls Lead and Project Controls Managers (PCMs) to ensure project scope, structure, and controls readiness meet enterprise standards. With a focus on auditing project setup, supporting scope definition, and enabling consistency in execution preparation, this role strengthens transparency and reduces startup risk on critical projects. This role is designed for fully competent professionals requiring moderate supervision and some autonomy. The focus is on technical contributions, coordination, and continuous improvement within the Project Controls Group.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist in the development and validation of WBS and task code structures aligned with company standards.
• Support Project Controls Lead and Project Control Managers in early-phase project activities, including scope gathering and readiness planning.
• Audit project setup and baseline documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with PCG protocols.
• Participate in project startup support when internal resources are required to supplement teams during onboarding.
• Maintain clear documentation of PCG input, audit findings, and field team support activities.
• Provide feedback to improve templates, workflows, and repeatable planning tools across the PCG.
• Collaborate with Project Control Data Specialists to cross-verify inputs and highlight discrepancies in early reporting cycles.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in project engineering or project controls roles within construction.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Strong understanding of WBS design, planning principles, and project controls systems.
• Capable of reviewing large amounts of project information and identifying areas of inconsistency or misalignment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset; works well in support of both field operations and internal PCG leadership.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Smartsheet, and project coordination platforms.

TRAVEL

0 – 25%

WORKING CONDITIONS

General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending.

Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership 401 K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• 3 days of paid sick leave each year
• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year
• 3 days of paid Jury Duty
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Bonding Leave
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Established in 1919, Rosendin prides itself in building quality electrical and communications installations, and bringing value to our clients.

We take great pride in building-up the people within our company and the communities where we work and live. We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and shared ownership, as the largest employee-owned company in our industry. Our customers lead some of the most complex construction projects in the nation and continually come to us for our expert knowledge, scalability, quality, and innovation. Most importantly, our customers turn to us for partnership – because they deserve a team as committed, connected and engaged as they are. Your success is our success.