Project Engineer

Cupertino Electric, Inc.

$78K — $103K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.
  • Zero to two years of construction or related experience needed; none required.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.
  • Possess knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success, as determined by the employer.
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. is required; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily project operations in the field and collaborate with both project management and customer teams.
  • Coordinate material delivery dates onsite to ensure project timelines are met.
  • Maintain essential project documentation such as RFIs, submittals, and change order logs.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for internal customers regarding project status.
  • Engage actively in on-the-job training and development to enhance project and engineering knowledge.

Benefits

  • Pathway to career development in project management roles.
  • Access to mentoring from experienced team members and industry professionals.
  • Opportunity to participate in off-site vendor training and skill-building classes.
  • Robust benefits program to meet diverse employee needs.
  • Collaborative work environment with seasoned professionals in the field.
Full Job Description
Description

Posting Title: Project Engineer

Reports To: Vice President, Commercial Operations

Location: San Francisco, California

Salary Range: $78,750 - $103,000

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.

THE COMMERCIAL TEAM

Our strong project management teams, dedicated in-house engineering resources and skilled union field staff work together seamlessly to deliver commercial projects that are as innovative and unique as the clients who build them.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're seeking a Project Engineer ready 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.

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 to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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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.

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