Associate Project Engineer

Performance Contracting Group; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for our PCI Dallas 114 operations based in Midlothian, TX. The role provides hands-on experience in project management and estimating, serving as a launchpad for career growth within PCI.

You will participate in safety meetings, support QA/QC, prepare RFIs and submittals, and assist with scheduling, material coordination, and field coordination under supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Science, or comparable work experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills through technical job functions
• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Motivated self-starter with initiative
• Works well under pressure and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety meetings
• Create and manage punch lists
• Support PCI QA/QC program
• Prepare RFIs and submittals
• Labor control on projects, including setup and maintenance
• Quantitative takeoffs for material ordering
• Support the implementation of the job schedule
• Coordinate warranties and O&M
• Material coordination with purchase orders and invoicing

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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 PCI Dallas 114 operations based in Midlothian, TX. The role serves as a launching pad for future leaders within PCI, offering hands‑on experience in project management and estimating, setting the stage for professional growth and career advancement in an innovative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting safety meetings
• Creating and managing punch lists
• Supporting the Quality Control Measures outlined in PCI's QA/QC program
• Preparing RFIs and submittals
• Labor control on assigned projects, including set up and maintenance
• Quantitative takeoffs for material ordering
• Supporting the implementation of the job schedule
• Coordinating warranties and O&M
• 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.)
• 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
• Experience with different scopes of construction
• Willing to travel/relocate based on project needs