Project Engineer Academy at Baker Electric in Brea, CA

At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.

Project Academy of Construction Excellence
SUMMARY:
This is an on-site role based in Brea, CA. The Project Engineer I – Training role offers an entry-level, hands-on opportunity for candidates to build a career in construction project management. Under the guidance of experienced team members, you’ll develop the administrative and technical skills needed to support projects from start to finish.
You’ll be part of the Project Academy of Construction Excellence (PACE), a structured two-year training program featuring rotations in Estimating, Office Project Engineering, and Field Project Engineering. Through real-world experience, you’ll gain exposure to preconstruction, project execution, software tools, documentation, and vendor coordination.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support project teams throughout the estimating, project engineering, and field operations phases of electrical construction projects.
• Assist with project setup, document control, file organization, data entry, and project tracking systems, including Procore.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid support using Accubid, LiveCount, and BuildingConnected.
• Assist with bid preparation, bid summaries, vendor outreach, and scope validation during the estimating phase.
• Support the preparation, processing, and tracking of subcontracts, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, clients, project teams, and field personnel to support project execution and timely resolution of issues.
• Prepare, track, and follow up on RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Assist with project scheduling, buyout tracking, permitting, compliance, and reporting activities.
• Develop the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, lighting plans, and switchgear details.
• Utilize project management and construction technology, including Procore, Spectrum, Bluebeam, and Briq, to maintain accurate project records and support project reporting.
• Support field operations by working with Foremen, Superintendents, and crews on scheduling, project phasing, quality control, logistics, safety, procurement, and daily project execution.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including punch lists, documentation, and final project deliverables.
• Provide timely updates, communicate project needs, and respond to requests from internal and external project stakeholders.
• Build effective working relationships across Estimating, Operations, Field Operations, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
• Participate in required training, skill evaluations, check-ins, and quarterly leadership reviews throughout the program.
• Demonstrate continuous growth in technical knowledge, project management skills, communication, problem-solving, and leadership throughout each phase of the program.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
• Degree in construction management, electrical or civil engineering, or equivalent construction experience.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn Baker systems and workflows.​
• Willingness to relocate or travel for a full-year remote jobsite assignment; valid driver's license and site-safety
readiness.​
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At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), eligible employees can become part owners of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth. For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here:
Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)

PAY TRANSPARENCY:
The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.