Early-Career Project Engineer — Construction & Growth

Choate Construction Company; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & AD&D Insurance

401k Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

College Student Debt Reduction Program

Employee Assistance & Financial Health

Employee Referral Program

Charitable Contribution Matching

Stewardship Day

Job summary

Choate Construction Company is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning and execution of construction projects and develop foundational skills for long-term growth within the organization.

This early-career role focuses on project planning, document control, schedule tracking, cost management, and quality assurance, while collaborating with Project Managers, Superintendents, and trade partners to keep projects on track and compliant with design and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of construction projects by coordinating schedules, tracking progress, and ensuring project documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Assist in managing subcontractors and vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and in alignment with project specs.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents to monitor budgets, control costs, and identify solutions to keep projects moving forward.
• Maintain strong communication across project teams, proactively addressing issues and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Contribute to quality assurance by reviewing drawings, submittals, and field work for compliance with design and company standards.
• Take ownership of professional growth by building technical knowledge, strengthening relationships, and developing skills to advance within Choate Construction.

Job description

Choate Construction Company is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning and execution of construction projects and develop foundational skills for long-term growth within the organization.

This early-career role focuses on project planning, document control, schedule tracking, cost management, and quality assurance, while collaborating with Project Managers, Superintendents, and trade partners to keep projects on track and compliant with design and company standards.