About this role
Primary Responsibilities
· Review electrical designs, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, compliance, and constructability
· Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, and client-side subject matter experts throughout project execution
· Review and evaluate electrical equipment submittal packages to ensure compliance with project requirements and operational intent
· Provide technical recommendations and approvals for equipment procurement and release
· Lead coordination and tracking of long-lead mechanical equipment procurement activities to support overall project schedule objectives
· Support and coordinate commissioning, startup, functional performance testing, and system turnover activities
· Identify and troubleshoot design conflicts, field installation issues, and construction-related electrical problems
· Support RFI development, design clarifications, and coordination efforts between project stakeholders
· Participate in project meetings with owners, consultants, contractors, and federal agencies
· Assist with construction oversight, commissioning activities, startup, testing, and system turnover
· Monitor installation quality and ensure adherence to project specifications, NEC requirements, and applicable codes
· Support schedule coordination and planning related to electrical system installation and procurement
---
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field preferred
· Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical construction, MEP coordination, or electrical engineering
· Strong understanding of power distribution systems, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, lighting, controls, and low-voltage systems
· Experience reviewing electrical equipment submittals and construction documents
· Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in both design and field construction environments
· Familiarity with federal construction standards and procedures preferred
· Design-build project experience is a plus
· Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required
---
Desired Experience
· Federal construction projects (USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, DoD, etc.)
· MEP coordination and construction administration
· Electrical equipment procurement and technical review
· Commissioning and startup support
· Experience with coordination drawings, BIM/VDC processes, and multidisciplinary MEP coordination preferred.
· Field construction support and issue resolution
· Experience with mission critical, healthcare, laboratory, or secure facility projects is a plus
---
Skills & Competencies
· Strong technical and analytical capabilities
· Excellent communication and coordination skills
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
· Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and client representatives
---
Position Type
Full-Time
Location
BLHI Corporate – Birmingham or Huntsville
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
B. L. Harbert International is an EOE/Vets/Disabilities