Associate Project Engineer

Performance Contracting Group; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting seeks an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for PCI Dallas 114 operations in Midlothian, TX, building a path to leadership within our employee-owned company.

You'll gain hands-on experience in project management and estimating, collaborating with teams, and advancing professionally in a safety-focused environment. This is a safety-sensitive position with no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to learn new skills on the job.
• 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

• Assist with safety meetings and site coordination.
• Create and manage punch lists.
• Support PCI's QA/QC program and processes.
• 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 activities.
• Material coordination with purchase orders and invoicing.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Self-starter

Under pressure

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Science

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