Project Engineer - Electrical - Mission Critical
Big-D Construction
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- Location
- Reno, NV
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 29
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Big-D Construction
Construction · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, and field activities
- Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and electrical system designs
- Track project schedules, procurement, and installation progress
- Support quality control inspections and issue resolution
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and change management
- Coordinate equipment startup, testing, and commissioning activities
- Manage project documentation, turnover packages, and as-built drawings
- Participate in owner, subcontractor, and internal project meetings
What you need
- 1-5 years of experience in commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction
- Basic understanding of electrical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, medium-voltage distribution, and power monitoring systems
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred)
Key skills
electrical systemsswitchgeargeneratorsUPS systemsmedium-voltage distributionpower monitoring systemscommunicationorganizationalproblem-solving
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Perks
- 100% medical and dental insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Employer Contribution
- 401k w/ match
- Life Insurance & Disability
- Voluntary supplemental plans
- PTO & Holidays
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Big-D Mission Critical is looking for a Project Engineer to focus on the electrical scope. The Project Engineer supports the planning, coordination, installation, commissioning, and turnover of electrical systems on mission-critical data center construction projects. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, trade partners, and commissioning teams, this role helps ensure electrical scopes are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and client requirements.
This position is based in Reno, NV.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, and field activities.
Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and electrical system designs.
Track project schedules, procurement, and installation progress.
Support quality control inspections and issue resolution.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and change management.
Coordinate equipment startup, testing, and commissioning activities.
Manage project documentation, turnover packages, and as-built drawings.
Participate in owner, subcontractor, and internal project meetings.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
1-5 years of experience in commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction.
Basic understanding of electrical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, medium-voltage distribution, and power monitoring systems.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.
Benefits:
Big-D pays for 100% of your medical and dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly Employer Contribution
401k w/ match
Life Insurance & Disability paid for by Big-D
Voluntary supplemental plans available to sign up for as well
PTO & Holidays
Additional Job Information
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite