Electrical Construction Engineer

Electrical Construction Engineer

Location: Manassas VA 20109

Onsite

Willing to provide relocation package Position Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Construction Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction activities for large-scale, mission-critical data center projects in the Tysons, VA region. This role will work closely with project management, field supervision, electrical subcontractors, vendors, and design teams to coordinate electrical installations, resolve technical issues, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.

The ideal candidate has a background in electrical engineering or construction, an understanding of electrical distribution systems, and an interest in supporting complex construction projects from installation through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction activities on data center projects.
• Coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field teams to maintain installation progress and project schedules.
• Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, equipment submittals, and construction documents to verify design requirements and identify discrepancies.
• Support the installation and coordination of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Assist with the coordination and installation of critical electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, busway, panelboards, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Perform field walks and inspections to monitor installation progress, verify work against approved drawings, and identify potential issues.
• Identify constructability challenges, assist with troubleshooting, and coordinate solutions with engineering and field teams.
• Coordinate electrical work with mechanical, civil, structural, and other construction disciplines.
• Track RFIs, submittals, material deliveries, equipment procurement, and design changes.
• Support electrical system testing, startup, commissioning, and project turnover.
• Maintain project documentation, progress reports, inspection records, and quality control documentation.
• Promote compliance with project safety requirements, electrical codes, quality standards, and construction specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0+ years of experience in electrical construction, commercial construction, industrial projects, or engineering.
• Basic understanding of electrical distribution systems, medium- and low-voltage systems, and electrical construction practices.
• Familiarity with electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, busway, panelboards, and grounding systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with construction coordination, subcontractor management, material procurement, and project scheduling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or similar construction/design software is preferred.
• Data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a field-based construction environment and coordinate with project management, engineering, and field supervision teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience with an electrical contractor, general contractor, engineering firm, or industrial construction company.
• Exposure to commercial or industrial electrical installations, power distribution, switchgear, transformers, or backup power systems.
• Familiarity with electrical system testing, commissioning, and startup.
• Experience working with construction drawings, equipment submittals, RFIs, and field coordination.

Ref: #223-Eng Orlando

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