Project Engineer - Mission Critical

About Us

Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare.

At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.

For 80 years, Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) has been a trusted partner on the front lines of some of the most essential electrical projects, delivering safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way.

Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward.

Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running!

The Project Engineer plays a key role in delivering large-scale, mission-critical electrical projects, including data centers, by supporting engineering and technical activities from concept through completion. They plan, schedule, forecast, resource, and manage project execution to ensure quality, accuracy, and successful outcomes on complex, fast-paced construction projects. Through collaboration, innovation, and proactive problem-solving, they drive continuous improvement and contribute to the successful delivery of highly coordinated electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Ingenuity

• Demonstrate craftsmanship and attention to detail by thoroughly analyzing and interpreting construction drawings to ensure a complete understanding of project scope.
• Assist in reviewing plans and specifications, developing detailed checklists that highlight contractual and technical items requiring ongoing attention—supporting integrity and accountability from the outset.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams to contribute to cost estimates and schedule development, applying ingenuity and analytical thinking to support well-coordinated, schedule-driven project planning.

Project Progress & Craftsmanship

• Prepare clear, accurate statements of work, submittals, and change management documentation, promoting transparent communication and trust across project stakeholders.
• Inspect equipment, materials, workmanship, and completed construction with a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and quality, ensuring full compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain precise and organized project records to track progress, changes, and compliance—reinforcing integrity, accuracy, and reliability in large, document-heavy projects.

Safety Leadership

• Champion a safety‑first culture, modeling behaviors that protect people, projects, and communities.
• Actively promote and ensure compliance with all safety regulations, standards, and best practices, reflecting our unwavering commitment to safety and care for others.
• Monitor ongoing work to verify that materials, methods, and installations align with safety requirements and approved specifications.

Industry Engagement & Relationships

• Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the company with professionalism, integrity, and ethical leadership in all interactions.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners, fostering long‑term collaboration and trust.
• Cultivate industry connections and stay engaged with market trends, helping position the company as a respected and reliable leader in electrical contracting.
• Bring spark and enthusiasm to teamwork,…