M/E Electrical Lead Engineer – Mission Critical Construction & Commissioning - Omaha, Nebraska

M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead (Mission Critical)

📍 Location: Omaha, Nebraska (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
✈️ Travel: Required (project-based)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🚀 Overview

An established construction and engineering organization is seeking an M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead to support mission-critical projects.

This role focuses on mechanical and electrical systems leadership, including design review, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

• Lead and execute mechanical and electrical construction activities

• Review system options and perform technical analysis and value engineering

• Develop and manage M/E scopes of work during preconstruction and bidding

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and design documents to identify risks and improvements

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Develop budgetary M/E estimates from schematic and design documents

• Support bid analysis and subcontractor selection

• Provide input on system selection and cost optimization

Project Execution & Coordination

• Develop sequencing strategies for M/E systems to meet project timelines

• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders

• Contribute to project scheduling and execution planning

Quality Assurance & Inspections

• Perform job site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards

• Identify and address constructability and quality issues

• Support development of quality control programs

Commissioning & Testing

• Develop and manage:

• Pre-functional checklists

• Functional testing procedures

• Oversee and validate system commissioning and performance testing

• Ensure all deficiencies are resolved and documented

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Review and approve shop drawings and submittals

• Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation

• Develop tools and processes to improve efficiency and delivery quality

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor junior engineers and team members

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Architectural Engineering

• Or related field

• 5+ years of experience in:

• Construction engineering

• M/E systems within commercial or industrial projects

• Strong ability to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams

⭐ Preferred Experience

• Experience on mission-critical projects (e.g., data centers, healthcare, infrastructure)

• Exposure to:

• Commissioning processes

• M/E estimating tools

• Construction management methodologies

• Knowledge of means and methods of construction

🧠 Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Effective written and verbal communication

• Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office

• Construction/M&E tools and software

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on M/E engineer with strong electrical focus

• Experience across full project lifecycle (preconstruction → commissioning)

• Comfortable working on-site and traveling to projects

Disaster Restoration Estimator | Commercial & Industrial | New York, NY

Position: Disaster Restoration Estimator

Location: New York, NY (On-Site)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Travel Required: Frequent travel within the Northeast region, often on short notice
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Compensation: $81,000 - $90,000
Relocation Assistance: Not available

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Disaster Restoration Estimator to join a growing team focused on estimating for commercial and industrial restoration projects. This role is crucial in the pre-mitigation and preconstruction estimating process, ensuring accurate damage assessments and cost estimates using Xactimate, ROMS, NTE, and Time & Material methods. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-loss estimating, fire, water, and mold damage assessments, and strong communication skills for working with clients, insurance carriers, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and timely estimates using estimating software such as Xactimate or Symbility.

• Conduct damage assessments and job walkthroughs to determine project scope and cost.

• Develop budgets, pre-bid packages, and project documentation that clearly outline existing building conditions and damage extent.

• Collaborate with project managers to establish production schedules, project budgets, and job hazard assessments (JHA).

• Assist in the creation of change orders and project invoices.

• Manage multiple large-scale restoration projects simultaneously.

• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, insurance carriers, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Work closely with the project management team to ensure estimates align with schedules and budgets.

Required Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of experience in disaster restoration estimating or a related field.

• Proficiency in Xactimate and strong estimating skills for large-loss projects.

• Familiarity with standard restoration and reconstruction practices.

• Experience in commercial and industrial restoration estimating.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel frequently and respond to emergency situations as needed.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs, scaffolding, and ladders; work in attics and crawlspaces.

• Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and perform physically demanding tasks.

• Available 24/7 for emergency response when required.

• Work in varying temperatures and conditions, including exposure to smoke, wind, fire, and Category 2 & 3 water damage.

• Comfortable working in noisy, slippery, or uneven environments.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact restoration projects in the commercial and industrial sector.

• Competitive compensation and career growth potential.

• Dynamic, fast-paced work environment where no two days are the same.

• Work with an experienced and supportive project management team.