Project Engineer

About Us We provide clients full-service electrical preconstruction and construction services, including electrical systems design, alternative energy and energy-management systems, technology services, and facilities-maintenance services. Job Summary Job Title:                             Project Engineer Department:                        Operation Services Location:                                      Los Alamitos, CA Reports to:                         Project Manager FLSA Status:                       Non-Exempt Salary Range:                      $54K-$80K Prepared Date:                            6-17-2026 Work Authorization:                  United States (Required) About Us: KDC Inc. and KDC Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations and maintenance. KDC Inc. is a leader in complex, fully integrated design/build electrical services. Our project teams include specialists in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of tele-data communications, audio/video, process control, building management and fire/safety installations. SUMMARY We are currently hiring a Project Engineer to be located on one of our key onsite projects in the Greater Los Angeles office. The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Manager with planning and coordinating activities in the construction schedule.  They will help with organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. This individual must have the ability to support the Project Manager in resolving field problems as they arise. They need to have the ability to monitor job progress and understand construction, financial and accounting practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned. Support Project Manager in driving project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion. Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover.  Attend walkthroughs. Assist with project document control, including but not limited to, insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.  Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen document control software. Verify correct drawings are distributed to field. Assist with schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents. Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements. Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as required. Request PO’s for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements and anticipating delivery dates. (Request proper delivery notice at that time.) Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman. Attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks. Support accounting department in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances. Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through.) Gather information for changes in work and turnover to estimating for pricing. P.M. will finalize C.O. pricing after estimating completes takeoff and attempting to maximize profit on C.O.s. Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice proceed. Assist field personnel in closeout of project. Obtain as-builts from field; request CAD from engineering. Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendation for resolution. Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established. Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 3 - 5 years’ related experience is desirable. High School diploma or GED required. Knowledge of the construction industry and documentation is desirable. Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines. COMPUTER SKILLS Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel) Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs. Familiarity with project management/document control software. Familiarity with construction/financial software packages. REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully. Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values. Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills. Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail. Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel. Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform t