Project Engineer

MYR Group Inc.; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental – employer-paid premium

Vision

401(k) with 100% match up to 6%

Paid time off 15 days + 10 holidays

Education assistance program

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

The Project Engineer at MYR Group Inc. supports construction management activities for electrical projects across the United States. You will assist with plans, specifications, and provide general project support to senior management.

Essential functions include interpreting drawings, preparing submittals, assisting with cost estimates and scheduling, maintaining records, and promoting safety on job sites. This role requires 1–3 years of experience and a B.S. in a related field.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in commercial electrical construction or general construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings; proficiency in MS Office.
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools (MS Project/Primavera).

Responsibilities

• Interpret applicable construction drawings and specs.
• Review plans and prepare contract feature checklists for periodic attention.
• List submittal items and obtain approvals before work starts.
• Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Prepare statements of work, submittals, change management, and reports.
• Promote safety compliance on site and in operations.
• Inspect equipment, materials, workmanship, and finished construction.
• Monitor progress in the field and ensure specs are followed.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

MS Office

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

MS Project/Primavera

Education

B.S. in CM/CE

Job description

The Project Engineer is responsible for the support of functions related to construction management in the electrical construction industry. Projects may include performance of work for federal, state and municipal clients throughout the United States. The Project Engineer assists with the preparation of plans, applicable specifications, and interfaces with and provides general project support to senior project management professionals.

Company Overview

Founded in 1920, the E.S. Boulos Company (ESB) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - performs electrical construction services throughout the Northeastern U.S. We have two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making us a full-service electrical provider.

ESB’s commercial and industrial electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Essential Functions

Interpret applicable construction drawings

Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention

List items the sub-contractor must submit for approval prior to the start of the work

Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed

Ensure maintenance of accurate records

Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting

Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements

Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction

Check progress of work in the field

Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed, and materials used conform to required specifications

Regular and predictable attendance

Other duties as assigned

Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a company-designated office or field location

Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

About the Role

The Project Engineer is responsible for the support of functions related to construction management in the electrical construction industry. Projects may include performance of work for federal, state and municipal clients throughout the United States. The Project Engineer assists with the preparation of plans, applicable specifications, and interfaces with and provides general project support to senior project management professionals.

Company Overview

Founded in 1920, the E.S. Boulos Company (ESB) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - performs electrical construction services throughout the Northeastern U.S. We have two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making us a full-service electrical provider.

ESB’s commercial and industrial electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Interpret applicable construction drawings

• Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention

• List items the sub-contractor must submit for approval prior to the start of the work

• Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed

• Ensure maintenance of accurate records

• Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting

• Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements

• Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction

• Check progress of work in the field

• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed, and materials used conform to required specifications

• Regular and predictable attendance

• Other duties as assigned

• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a company-designated office or field location

• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

About You

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in the construction process of commercial electrical operations or general construction experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; a combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera at an intermediate or higher level
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think practically while remaining detail-oriented

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits package -Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) -Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program- Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• AnnualPaid Time Offstarting at15 days plus 10 paid Holidays(Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous401(k) Plan with100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, andAnnual profit-sharingpotential.
• Superior educational assistance program(support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team