Associate Project Engineer

Performance-Contracting-2; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for Knoxville-144 operations in Knoxville, TN. This role offers hands-on experience in project management and estimating, serving as a launching pad for future leaders within PCI.

This position is safety-sensitive and not eligible for visa sponsorship. Responsibilities include safety meetings, punch lists, QA/QC support, RFIs and submittals, labor and material coordination, scheduling, warranties, and invoicing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Science, or comparable work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, Word, etc.).
• 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 on the job.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety meetings.
• Create and manage punch lists.
• Support PCI QA/QC measures.
• Prepare RFIs and submittals.
• Labor control on projects, including setup and maintenance.
• Quantitative takeoffs for material ordering.
• Support project scheduling implementation.
• Coordinate warranties and O&M.
• Coordinate material with purchase orders and invoicing.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / related field

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 Knoxville-144 operations based in Knoxville, TN.

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.

Salary range: $70,000-75,600 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

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