DPR Construction

Electrical Project Engineer

DPR Construction$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Project Engineer experience in commercial construction required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field needed.
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software (e.g., CMiC, Prolog).
  • Experience with scheduling software (e.g., Primavera) and BIM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude required.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing project needs.

Responsibilities

  • Provide construction support for electrical systems on commercial projects.
  • Implement the Environmental Health and Safety Plan to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Enforce contracts between EIG and subcontractors, ensuring compliance and accountability.
  • Assist Superintendent and Project Manager in executing project plans and policies.
  • Organize and maintain project documentation for efficient team access.
  • Prepare, monitor, and update project schedules with an eye on reducing constraints.
  • Coordinate and document structured cabling and connectivity systems for data center projects.

Benefits

  • Participate in training and company meetings for personal and professional growth.
  • Team-oriented work environment fostering collaboration and problem-solving.
  • Support for a flexible and adaptable working approach to meet project needs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer with 2-5 years of electrical experience in commercial construction. They will work on commercial projects within our core markets: Healthcare, Higher Education, Advanced Technology, Life Sciences, and Commercial. The Electrical Project Engineer will work closely with all members of the project team. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the
following:

Supervisory Responsibilities
• None.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Providing construction support for electrical systems.
• Participation and application of EIG's Environmental Health and Safety Plan to
consistently maintain injury-free environments including performing weekly safety audits.
• Understanding and enforcement of contracts between EIG and Subcontractors as well as EIG and DPR.
• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in the implementation of EIG's policies and the execution of the project.
• Participation in trainings and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth.
• Organizing and electronically archiving project files for easy access by the project team.
• Preparation, monitoring, and updating project schedules. Working with the
Superintendent to reduce project constraints' impact on the schedule.
• Preparation, maintenance, and implementation of various document control entities such as daily reports, material procurement logs, submittal logs, as-builts, testing and inspection logs, RFI logs, and change order logs.
• Goal-oriented approach to promptly coordinate and resolve project issues within the project team (interfacing with Designers, Engineers, and Owners).
• Detailed knowledge of the assigned project scopes with 100% hands on approach.
• Distribution of new drawings, changes, approved submittals, RFI responses, and other project information to all affected parties.
• Preparing agendas, documents, meeting minutes, and actions for various meetings including Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, safety meetings, and staff meetings.
• Assist with coordination and documentation of structured cabling and connectivity systems for large-scale data center projects.
• Support installation activities for fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure, ensuring adherence to project specifications and standards.
• Help review connectivity drawings, rack layouts, and pathway designs to confirm alignment with approved plans.
• Track and update logs for connectivity-related materials, submittals, and RFIs.
• Assist in scheduling and monitoring testing and certification of connectivity components, including fiber and copper systems.
• Maintain accurate as-built documentation for connectivity systems to support project closeout and future reference.

Required Skills and Abilities
We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:
• Grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Organized work approach with the ability to adapt and adjust as required to support the project's current needs.
• A desire to seek out and resolve construction problems / conflicts that arise during design and construction phases.
• Effective participation in team environment.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (CMiC, Prolog or similar), scheduling software (Primavera or similar), and BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks or similar).
• A strong work ethic, a "can-do" attitude, and a passion for construction.

Education and Experience
• 2+ years of experience as a Project Engineer, preferably within EIG's core markets.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Travel to and from the office as well as assigned job site(s).

About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
Learn more about DPR Construction
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1990

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