Project Engineer I

Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. in Henderson, CO is seeking a Project Engineer I/II to support construction management in the electrical industry.

The role involves preparing plans and specifications and interfacing with senior project management for various federal, state, and municipal projects across the United States. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in construction processes for commercial electrical operations, with a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

Qualifications

• 1–5 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; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Interpret applicable construction drawings and specifications; update drawings as addendums are released.
• Maintain accurate and updated set of construction as‑built drawings to be turned over to the owner at project completion.
• May interpret issues in the field and/or contract documents to submit RFIs.
• Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention.
• May generate agreements for subcontractors and vendors and manage agreement activities.
• Assist with cost estimates and track change requests/ change orders as required.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate records—distribute pertinent and necessary information to field construction teams.
• Assist with project scheduling as needed.
• Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting.
• May be responsible for tracking and purchasing materials, tools and equipment for construction.
• Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction.
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to required specifications.
• May create and submit closeout documentation, operation/maintenance manuals and as‑built drawings per contract specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

MS Office

Analytical skills

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Bluebeam

Education

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

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Bluebeam

Job description

About The Role

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

Company Overview

Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for clients throughout the western United States. As a full‑service electrical provider, we offer industry‑leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. The company has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full‑service electrical provider.

Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large‑scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high‑voltage distribution service, and maintenance to clients. We also offer design‑build and pre‑construction services and have in‑house pre‑fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Interpret applicable construction drawings and specifications; update drawings as addendums are released.
• Maintain accurate and updated set of construction as‑built drawings to be turned over to the owner at project completion.
• May interpret issues in the field and/or contract documents to submit RFIs.
• Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention.
• May generate agreements for subcontractors and vendors and manage agreement activities.
• Assist with cost estimates and track change requests/ change orders as required.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate records—distribute pertinent and necessary information to field construction teams.
• Assist with project scheduling as needed.
• Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting.
• May be responsible for tracking and purchasing materials, tools and equipment for construction.
• Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction.
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to required specifications.
• May create and submit closeout documentation, operation/maintenance manuals and as‑built drawings per contract specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a company‑designated office or field location.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Understand and comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry‑specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable.

Qualifications

• 1‑5 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; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• 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.
• Operational knowledge in Bluebeam.

What We Offer

We provide comprehensive compensation, benefits, and wellness programs to support a healthy and productive workplace.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000‑$100,000 per year, commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
• Comprehensive benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short‑Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo (low deductibles and out‑of‑pocket maximums). Fifteen dollars weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing‑related purchases.
• Annual paid time off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid holidays (our cultural celebration day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and annual profit‑sharing potential.
• 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.
• 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 employee and dependents.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Visa Sponsorship

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