Associate Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Performance Contracting Group is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for its Raleigh-531 operations in Raleigh, NC. This role launches future leaders with hands-on experience in project management and estimating, setting the stage for professional growth in a dynamic, employee-owned environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field or equivalent work experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience in construction management or engineering.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Learning agility

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

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 Raleigh-531 operations based in Raleigh, NC.

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

At Performance Contracting , our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance , AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental , and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance , AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug‑Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES, AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS:

Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumesor claims on candidates from third-party employment vendors unless a signed Fee Agreement is in place AND a candidate has been submitted into our applicant tracking system(Dayforce).Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed Fee Agreement and proper resume submission, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third partyand will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company, reserving the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third‑party vendor.