Project Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Helix Electric – Project Engineer

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest electrical contracting companies. We empower people and projects through a team of highly skilled experts who work together and never settle for good enough. Our employee‑empowered, team‑oriented culture defines our unique character.

Role Overview
The Project Engineer assists the Project Manager on projects and is the liaison between the field and the office. In this role the PE defines project objectives by planning, executing and finalizing projects according to the schedule while staying within budget.

• Close support of senior project management team.
• Develop project teams while delivering quality output that meets customer expectations and stays within scope, on time, and on budget.
• Develop and support project management techniques and schedule goals, procurement and contractual requirements, personnel assignments, and capacity planning.
• Evaluate and continually improve systems and processes used by the department to meet customer requirements and profitability goals, with emphasis on strong internal unit tracking methods.
• Manage, mentor, and develop colleagues.
• Ensure schedule requirements are met and adjust priorities and milestones based on changing customer needs, resource availability, and job requirements.
• Interact with the customer to validate expectations before, during, and after project completion.
• Provide close support and oversight for third‑party construction firms and subcontractors.
• Manage the project review process with particular emphasis on financial forecasting.
• Ensure high‑quality engineering, studies, and Helix project delivery.
• Proactively communicate challenges, risks, and successes.
• Oversee monthly invoicing process per project terms and negotiate appropriate change orders.
• Coordinate with Site Superintendent(s) to understand and assess installation methods, labor needs, and manpower forecasts.
• Provide support on adherence to the Quality Control process.
• Ensure downstream team members meet deadlines on assigned tasks.

• Minimum 3 years of project engineer experience in heavy commercial/private electrical construction.
• Understanding of engineering in electric power.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take‑offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects.
• Demonstrated ability to closely support the running of a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution, and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Electrical Engineering or Construction Management degrees strongly preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license is a plus.

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through Perk Spot
• Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction