Electrical QA/QC- Data Center
The Project Engineer will coordinate and support electrical construction activities for a large-scale mission-critical data center project, working closely with project teams and clients to ensure successful execution. Responsibilities include project planning, procurement support, documentation management, schedule tracking, cost control, and compliance with safety and quality standards. This role offers exposure to advanced electrical infrastructure and career growth within a fast-paced construction environment.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Project Engineer focused on electrical QA/QC for a large-scale data center build in Port Washington, WI. This contractor role is full-time and based onsite. You will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Engineers, and customers to coordinate electrical construction activities across the project lifecycle, from procurement and submittals to commissioning and turnover.
What You’ll Do
- Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing electrical construction tasks.
- Support procurement: material tracking, equipment releases, and vendor coordination.
- Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
- Track schedules, milestones, deliverables, and provide regular progress updates.
- Coordinate with clients, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and field personnel.
- Maintain accurate project records, meeting minutes, reports, and cost tracking.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents for electrical scope.
- Assist with estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and project cost control.
- Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities for electrical systems.
- Help ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, and electrical codes.
- Assist in resolving field issues, design conflicts, and constructability concerns.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 1–5 years of construction experience preferred.
- Internship or project experience with electrical contractors, general contractors, industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, or data centers is highly desirable.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel and Project).
- Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting electrical construction projects valued at $10M+.
- Knowledge of medium-voltage power distribution, substations, switchgear, UPS systems, and generators.
- Familiarity with construction software: Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, or similar.
- Exposure to commissioning and startup activities.
- Experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers, semiconductor facilities, or healthcare.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 (as listed in the source posting). Individual pay within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
- Benefits (eligibility and availability may vary for contract roles): medical, dental & vision; critical illness/accident/hospital plans; 401(k) retirement plan; voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; paid time off policies.
- Additional potential: competitive compensation, bonus potential, vehicle allowance, and direct mentorship from experienced project and field leadership.
Workplace & Schedule
- Employment type: Contract / Full-time.
- Location: Onsite in Port Washington, WI (fully onsite).
- Anticipated application close date: Nov 15, 2026.
Inclusion & Accommodations
Careertakes and our client are committed to equal opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes for assistance. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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