Project Engineer Trainee - Growth Path in Construction

Performance-Contracting-2; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for its Carmel, Indiana operations. This hands-on role serves as a launching pad for future leaders, offering exposure to project management and estimating in a growing, employee-owned organization.

The position involves safety meetings, punch list management, QA/QC support, RFIs/submittals, labor control, and material coordination.

Qualifications

• 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.)
• Ability 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
• 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 initiative
• Works well under pressure and deadlines

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

MS Office

Reading drawings/specs

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

Initiative

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Job description

Performance Contracting is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Engineer for its Carmel, Indiana operations. This hands-on role serves as a launching pad for future leaders, offering exposure to project management and estimating in a growing, employee-owned organization.

The position involves safety meetings, punch list management, QA/QC support, RFIs/submittals, labor control, and material coordination.