Senior Electrical Project Engineer

MWH Constructors Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

MWH Constructors Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to support the electrical scope of a critical wastewater treatment plant project in San Francisco, CA.

You will provide technical support to project management, manage subcontractors, review submittals, and ensure NEC compliance and company standards. This role requires 5+ years of electrical construction experience on large infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management with electrical emphasis, or related field.
• 5+ years of electrical construction experience at the jobsite level on large infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC, electrical systems, components, and installation practices.
• Experience on large heavy civil construction projects.
• Familiarity with Primavera Contract Manager, Expedition, SharePoint, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to project management and supervision to ensure efficient electrical work.
• Assist with electrical subcontractor procurement and management, package development, and scheduling.
• Perform quality inspections; verify compliance with permits, codes, drawings, and specs.
• Prepare documentation records such as submittals, status reports, and takeoffs.
• Generate drawings/sketches, method statements, change orders, and cost estimates.
• Attend and document progress in meetings and support schedule updates.

Skills

Electrical construction

NEC knowledge

Subcontractor management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management with electrical emphasis, or related field

Tools

Primavera Contract Manager

Expedition

SharePoint

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well‑being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer position to support the electrical scope of work on a critical wastewater treatment plant project in San Francisco, CA.

Essential Functions

Selected individual will provide technical support to project management and project supervision staff to ensure electrical construction work is performed efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with company policy and engineering standards.

• Assist with electrical subcontractor procurement and management, electrical package development, construction layout, equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, labor productivity tracking, document controls, and project controls.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections of electrical installations; verify all work complies with permits, codes (NEC), drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and manage documentation records such as electrical equipment submittals, status reports, redlines/as‑builts, and material requirement calculations.
• Generate drawings and sketches in support of electrical construction work, temporary power systems, method statements, change orders, and cost estimates.
• Prepare/facilitate and submit electrical work method statements; ensure required permits and approvals are secured prior to execution.
• Investigate and resolve electrical design interpretation issues, conflicts, and interferences. Initiate and track RFIs to resolution.
• Layout and verify control lines, elevations, and conduit routing for precise installation of electrical systems and components.
• Support and implement project office procedures for electrical documentation, contracts, correspondence, and technical records.
• Maintain project management systems for accurate tracking of electrical progress, submittals, RFIs, and pay applications.
• Attend and document electrical scope progress in project meetings. Generate weekly/monthly reports and support electrical schedule updates.
• Assist with electrical claims analysis, change order preparation, and record management.
• Support estimating with electrical quantity takeoffs, vendor coordination, and bid package development.
• Ensure personal and team compliance with safety guidelines and policies on all electrical work.
• Assist in resolving field electrical issues and perform additional duties as directed by supervisors.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management with electrical emphasis, or related field; equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training may be considered.
• 5+ years of electrical construction experience at the jobsite level, preferably on large-scale infrastructure or heavy civil projects.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical systems, components, and installation practices.
• Experience on large heavy civil construction projects.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work within a larger team environment.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Familiarity with Project Management data base systems such as Primavera Contract Manager, Expedition, SharePoint, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with water/wastewater construction.

Compensation

• The anticipated compensation for this position is $115,000 - $142,000/yr., depending on experience.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Including disabled and veterans.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note that all positions require pre‑employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.