The Project Engineer is responsible for the support of functions related to transportation construction management in the electrical construction industry. Projects may include performance of work for federal, state and municipal clients throughout the United States. The Project Engineer assists with the preparation of plans, applicable specifications, and interfaces with and provides general project support to senior project management professionals.

Company Overview

Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group, Inc, has provided comprehensive electrical construction services to clients throughout the western U.S. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both power line construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full service electrical provider.

Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance to clients. Sturgeon Electric has experience performing projects under Integrated Lean Project Delivery methods, and also offers pre-construction services, in-house pre-fabrication capabilities, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) capabilities

Essential Functions

• Interpret applicable construction drawings

• Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention

• List items the sub-contractor must submit for approval prior to the start of the work

• Assist with cost estimates and project scheduling as needed

• Ensure maintenance of accurate records

• Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management and necessary daily and weekly reporting

• Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements

• Inspect equipment, material, workmanship and finished construction

• Check progress of work in the field

• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed, and materials used conform to required specifications

• Regular and predictable attendance

• Other duties as assigned

• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location

• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

Qualifications for Project Engineer I

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in the construction process of commercial electrical operations or general construction experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; a combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.  

Qualifications for Project Engineer II

• 3 - 5 years of experience in the construction process of commercial electrical operations or general construction experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera at an intermediate or higher level
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think practically while remaining detail-oriented

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $65,000-$90,000 / year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.  ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
• Comprehensive benefits package  - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - $15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program  - $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off  starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays  (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with  100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting , and Annual profit-sharing  potential.
• Superior educational assistance program  (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!). ​​​​​​​
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team