Electrical Engineer/Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Electrical)

Merit Electrical GroupOakmont, PA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

SCOPE OF WORK:The Project Engineer assists the Project Manager with job startup, issue and change resolution, and the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination of one or more electrical construction projects. Works with the Project Manager, Project Administrator, and Shop Manager to ensure all budget, schedule, BoM, purchase orders, submittals, procurement, releases, RFIs, RFCOs, change orders, and closeout information is organized and communicated to Foremen.

REPORTS TO: Assigned Project ManagerLOCATION: This is an on-site position based in the Pittsburgh, PA area. Remote work is not available.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; or
Completion of an accredited electrical trade school program and a minimum of three (3) years of commercial electrical field experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to learn and operate ProCore Project Management Software
Strong work ethic and adherence to company policies

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow Project Management processes and procedures
Understand contract requirements and project scope
Provide technical information for permitting
Update budget reports
Create schedule outline from budget with input from Project Manager and Superintendent
Assist with layout prep, coordination drawings, and basic CAD/Revit understanding
Create procurement schedule with PM and Superintendent
Review and verify Bills of Materials; coordinate with vendors
Create submittal log and schedule content
Identify commodity BoMs and obtain final quotes
Create and review submittal data
Release equipment based on schedule
Review invoices and assign job cost codes
Draft RFIs and RFCOs based on field/PM input
Implement change orders, cost coding, and verify purchases

JOB PHYSICAL FUNCTION

Prolonged sitting while working at a computer

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This job at Merit Electrical Group is located in Oakmont, PA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at Merit Electrical Group?

Merit Electrical Group lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Merit Electrical Group?

Merit Electrical Group is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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