Traveling Project Engineer — Electrical Construction Lead

Helix Electric Inc; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Electric Inc. is seeking a Traveling Project Engineer to assist the Project Manager on complex electrical construction projects in Georgia.

You will bridge field and office teams to define objectives, plan work, execute tasks, and finalize projects on schedule and within budget. Responsibilities include supporting senior PMs, developing project teams, managing schedules and procurement, and delivering high-quality engineering and project delivery.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as project engineer in heavy commercial electrical construction.
• Experience coordinating with field and office teams.
• Strong scheduling, bidding, change orders, and contract understanding.

Responsibilities

• Support senior PMs and lead project teams to meet scope, schedule and budget.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, procurement, and contracts.
• Forecast financials and manage invoicing with scope changes.
• Mentor and develop colleagues while ensuring quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Field coordination

Relationship building

Risk management

Mentoring

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Helix Electric Inc. is seeking a Traveling Project Engineer to assist the Project Manager on complex electrical construction projects in Georgia.

You will bridge field and office teams to define objectives, plan work, execute tasks, and finalize projects on schedule and within budget. Responsibilities include supporting senior PMs, developing project teams, managing schedules and procurement, and delivering high-quality engineering and project delivery.