Senior Project Engineer - Electrical
Tutor Perini
Los Angeles, CA · $150k–$180k a year · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Expected salary range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000 depending on experience.
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Fisk Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking to hire a Senior Project Engineer to join our Los Angeles, CA office.
About Fisk Electric
Since 1913, Fisk has been one of the nation’s leading providers for the design, installation and maintenance of electrical systems, structured cabling applications, integrated electronic security systems, and building technology solutions.
During our storied history, we have gained experience on virtually every building type or unusual site condition in every region of the United States as well as the Middle East, Spain, the Virgin Islands, and the Caribbean.
From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, MGM Grand and City Center projects in Las Vegas, Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, Minute Maid Park in Houston and multiple airport expansions and data center projects.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
DESCRIPTION :
As a Senior Project Engineer at Fisk Electric, reporting to the Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on L.A. Metro Purple Line 2/3 Extension projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications and, if applicable, claims
Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing the labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records
Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process
Research and propose solutions to quality control issues
Verify that all completed work complies with applicable codes, drawings and specifications
Provide support to the project leadership as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field is required;
Minimum ten (10) years of construction industry experience
Field Engineer experience preferred.
Electrical contractor experience is a plus.
Traffic / Street Lighting experience is a plus.
Must understand fundamentals of contracting and have familiarity with large scale mass transit / transportation projects.
Must be organized with the ability to manage a system or discipline.
Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is vital.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills such as tact, diplomacy, influence, etc. are essential.
Must be a business-oriented person.
OUR MISSION
We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
OUR VISION
We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
Fisk Electric builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer