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Project Engineer Data Center Construction Location: Port Washington, WIIndustry: Electrical Construction / Mission Critical / Data CentersEmployment Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join an electrical construction team supporting a major data center project in Port Washington, Wisconsin. This position offers hands-on exposure to large-scale electrical construction and mission-critical infrastructure in a fast-paced project environment.The Project Engineer will work alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, field leadership, engineers, and customers to support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in electrical construction and gain experience on complex data center projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers with the coordination and execution of electrical construction activities.
- Manage and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and other project documentation.
- Coordinate material and equipment releases, deliveries, and vendor activities.
- Monitor project schedules, milestones, and upcoming deliverables.
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
- Coordinate with field leadership, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, meeting notes, and cost information.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, estimating, and cost tracking.
- Help identify and resolve field conflicts, design issues, and constructability concerns.
- Support quality control, safety, commissioning, startup, and turnover activities.
- Participate in project and coordination meetings and communicate updates to the project team.
- Assist with project closeout, punch-list completion, and turnover documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 15 years of construction or project engineering experience preferred.
- Previous internship or professional experience with an electrical contractor, general contractor, data center, industrial facility, or large commercial construction project is a plus.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment and collaborating with both field and office teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Port Washington, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $110000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Port Washington, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Port Washington,WI.About Actalent
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