PROJECT ENGINEER – SERVICE

Support Service Project Managers and Service Coordinator by handling project coordination, communication, scheduling support, and documentation so work moves forward accurately, efficiently, and with clear records.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Service Project Managers with administrative, coordination, and communication tasks across multiple projects.
• Keep projects organized, documented, and moving forward without delays.
• Assist with scheduling conversations between Project Managers, Service Electricians, and the Service Coordinator.
• Coordinate material staging and delivery details with Purchasing to support job readiness.
• Communicate professionally and responsively with customers, field leaders, vendors, and internal partners.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication flow across projects.
• Maintain organized project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, plans, billing files, and closeout materials.
• Assist with cost tracking and job financials.
• Assist Project Managers with updates to PlanGrid, Bluebeam, and related systems.
• Provide backup support for the Service Coordinator when needed by handling basic scheduling, customer updates, and work order entry.
• Participate in jobsite meetings and field coordination.
• Build working knowledge of estimating, job costing, scheduling, and technical basics through exposure and hands-on support.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally with customers, field staff, vendors, and internal teams.
• Working knowledge of project coordination processes, including scheduling, material logistics, and construction/service workflows, along with familiarity managing project documentation such as RFIs, submittals, change orders, and billing files.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and utilize software such as PlanGrid and Bluebeam.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining documentation and system records.
• Ability to problem-solve, follow through, and proactively support project progress.
• Capacity to adapt quickly, provide cross-functional support when needed, and develop foundational knowledge in estimating, job costing, and technical project concepts.
• Ability to work independently while supporting teams.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in Electrical Construction, Electrical Design or Engineering or like field of study required.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or like field of study (preferred).
• Foreman field experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Professional office environment with periodic site visits (PPE required).
• Must be able to travel to and physically navigate construction sites.
• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs., sit, stand, bend, stoop, or kneel as needed.
• Must maintain regular, predictable attendance and be available to work outside of standard business hours as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions of this position.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance- individual or family
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Profit-sharing
• Contribution to retirement plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Collaborative work environment

Collins is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be considered for qualified candidates with disabilities.