Associate Project Engineer

Performance-Contracting-2; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for its Atlanta-101 operations in Atlanta, GA. This role serves as a launching pad for future leaders, offering hands-on experience in project management and estimating to foster professional growth.

The position involves safety meetings, punch lists, QA/QC support, RFI/submittal preparation, labor control, takeoffs, schedule implementation, warranties/O&M coordination, and document coordination with purchasing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills in technical job functions.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety meetings and manage punch lists.
• Support PCI QA/QC measures and prepare RFIs/submittals.
• Oversee labor control on projects and coordinate schedules.
• Perform quantitative takeoffs for material ordering.
• Coordinate warranties and O&M activities.
• Coordinate purchases, PO’s, and invoicing alignment.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Reading and interpreting drawings/spec

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Work under deadlines

Customer service/relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking a motivated individual to join our growing employee-owned organization as an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for its Atlanta-101 operations based in Atlanta, GA.

The Associate Project Engineer role serves as a launching pad for future leaders within PCI. It's a dynamic position offering hands-on experience in project management and estimating, setting the stage for professional growth and career advancement in an innovative environment.

Job responsibilities include:

• Conducting safety meetings
• Creating and managing punch lists
• Supporting the Quality Control Measures outlined in PCI’s QA/QC program
• Preparing RFI’s and submittals
• Labor control on assigned projects, including setup and maintenance
• Quantitative takeoffs for material ordering
• Supporting the implementation of the job schedule
• Coordinating warranties and O&M’s
• Material coordination with purchase orders and invoicing

This position is safety-sensitive.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Basic Requirements

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Science, or comparable work experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word, etc.)
• A clear understanding of how to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they are taught
• Strong customer service skills and relationship-building abilities
• Must have critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Motivated self-starter with strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
• Works well under pressure and deadlines

Preferred Requirements

• OSHA certifications are a plus
• Willing to travel/relocate based on project needs