• Project Engineer

    Actalent (Chicago, IL)


    Job Title: Project EngineerJob Description

     

    The Project Engineer supports the planning, coordination, and execution of all engineering and construction activities related to electrical systems on a large-scale data center project. This role is responsible for managing technical documentation, assisting with procurement, tracking project progress, and ensuring that field operations are aligned with project specifications, safety standards, schedule milestones, and quality expectations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with demanding timelines typical of mission-critical work.

    Responsibilities

    + Assist with the development, review, and management of electrical construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

    + Maintain organized logs and documentation to ensure accurate project tracking.

    + Coordinate with vendors, engineers, GC/CM teams, and field supervisors to ensure timely information flow.

    + Support the BIM/VDC process by collaborating on model updates, clash resolutions, and design modifications.

    + Work with team on electrical constructability.

    + Perform tasks to ensure cost development in line with budget.

    + Handle job billing and estimation.

    Essential Skills

    + Project management

    + Construction management

    + RFI

    + Change order

    + Project engineering

    + Electrical

    + Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings, and construction practices.

    + Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

    + Ability to work collaboratively with field crews, engineering teams, and general contractors.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).

    + Experience in electrical contracting or electrical engineering preferred.

    + Experience with data centers, mission critical facilities, or large industrial projects is a plus.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Bluebeam, Revit, Navisworks, or similar tools is highly desirable.

    + Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    Work Environment

    This role involves working at a Microsoft Data Center in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin, with the first month spent out of the office in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $57.69/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.