Project Engineer - Data Center

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; Nevada (IA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks enthusiastic leaders for key growth roles, including Project Engineer. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical data center projects while developing your skills in project management. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in a collaborative environment. Embrace the chance to learn and grow in a company that values integrity and innovation. Join a team dedicated to delivering impactful projects that shape communities and improve lives.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative in projects.

Responsibilities

• Support project management and field teams with daily operations.
• Coordinate material delivery and maintain project logs.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Job description

While we may not have active openings for every role, there are key positions we're always looking to fill as CEI continues to secure new projects and expand. We're seeking enthusiastic, skilled leaders for the following key growth roles—many of which can be done remotely from anywhere in the U.S.:Project Engineer , Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Estimator and Senior Estimator.

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Reports To: Project Executive

Salary Range: $65,000 to $85,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE DATA CENTER TEAM

We build mission-critical data centers throughout the U.S. to ensure crucial information accessed by millions of people is always available and secure. For decades, CEI is a leading provider of design, installation and commissioning of 20M+ square feet of data center space totaling over 4 GW of electrical systems—including infrastructure built to support AI-driven technologies.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a Project Engineerready to be on the front lines of a project--giving daily support to the field, project management, and customer teams. Our Project Engineers (PE) are vital in keeping our processes moving along and assists in the execution of project plans. This role will be responsible for specific activities such as coordinating material onsite delivery dates, maintaining RFI, submittals, and change order logs, and will serve as a key point of contact for internal customers.

Knowledge: Learns to use professional concepts. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.

Job Complexity: Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Builds stable working relationships internally.

Supervision: Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.

ABOUT YOU

You are willing and excited to learn—with a continuous focus on cultivating a growth mindset. You bring a wide range of skills from being organized to communicating through various channels and collaborating with your team members. You are comfortable taking initiative and ownership of your work. You are not afraid to throw on a pair of boots and your protective personal equipment (PPE)—safety first!

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

At Cupertino Electric you’ll be on a career development path to project management. You’ll work directly for a project manager or project executive on a team that partners with field, engineering, and design teams. It’s ok if you don’t have a deep understanding of electrical construction, just be ready to learn and get fired up. You'll have the opportunity to soak up knowledge from everyone you work with – from the journeyman and general foreman to the project team assigning daily tasks. In addition to on-the-job experience and mentoring from your peers, you’ll attend vendor off sites, training classes, and other learning opportunities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: None required.

Experience: Zero (0) years of construction or related experience required. Two (2) years of construction or related experience preferred.

Driving Record: Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

*Applicants must be authorized toworkin the United States. This position is noteligiblefor sponsorship.

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PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about "job scams" how to avoid them, click here.

CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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Cupertino Electric aims to make CEI.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 1-877-747-4CEI.