Project Engineer

Broadway Electric Service Corporation; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadway Electric Service Corporation is looking for an entry-level Project Engineer in Knoxville, TN. This role supports the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects, offering a hands-on learning experience.

The ideal candidate should be organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on project documentation and coordination while working closely with project managers and teams. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• Willingness to learn MEP construction and project management processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized project files and accurate project records.
• Support project managers in tracking project requirements and deadlines.
• Collect and organize closeout documents and final project records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic understanding of construction documents

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft 365

Job description

BESCO is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support the successful planning, coordination, documentation, and execution of electrical construction projects. This role is designed for a recent graduate or early-career construction professional.

The Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, field leadership, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to support project documentation, submittals, RFIs, procurement, change management, scheduling coordination, and project closeout. This is a hands-on learning role with exposure to both administrative and field operations.

The right candidate is organized, curious, and detail oriented.

Key Responsibilities

Project Documentation & Coordination:

• Maintain organized project files and accurate project records.
• Understand and mitigate risks associated with the management of contract documents.
• Support Project Managers in tracking project requirements, deadlines, deliverables, and action items.
• Organize and distribute project documents to internal teams, vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and tracking submittals.
• Help prepare and track Requests for Information related to drawings, specifications, scope gaps, constructability issues, and field conditions.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and field teams to gather project information as directed.
• Support the review of project drawings, specifications, addenda, bulletins, and revised documents.
• Attend project meetings as needed and document action items and follow-ups.
• Assist with tracking open issues that may affect project progress.

Procurement & Material Tracking:

• Assist with tracking material releases, procurement status, delivery dates, equipment lead times, and vendor documentation.

Change Orders & Cost Tracking:

• Assist with gathering documentation for potential change orders.
• Support Project Managers in preparing, organizing, and tracking change order requests.
• Maintain logs for pending changes, approved changes, cost impacts, and related project documentation.
• Assist with basic cost tracking and reporting using company systems.

Closeout Support:

• Assist with collecting and organizing closeout documents, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, test reports, inspection documentation, and final project records.
• Support punch list tracking and closeout coordination.
• Help ensure project documentation is complete and organized before final turnover.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and follow through.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
• Basic understanding of construction documents, drawings, or specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Willingness to learn MEP construction, project management processes, and field operations.
• Ability to work in a hybrid office/field environment.
• Ability to travel as needed for project requirements.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field.
• Internship, co-op, or prior work experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or a trade contractor environment.
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, and/or Spectrum.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems.
• Interest in growing into a Project Manager or operations leadership role.

Core Competencies

• Strong follow-through and accountability.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Curiosity and willingness to ask questions.
• Attention to detail without losing sight of the larger project.
• Ability to work with both office and field teams.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and project success.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in both an office setting and on active construction sites.
• Ability to walk jobsites, climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain as needed.
• Must comply with all project safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.