About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Responsibilities

This entry-level Associate Project Engineer position supports project execution, quality, and materials management on assigned projects. You will work closely with project managers and field teams to learn project controls and construction workflows.

• Conduct and document safety meetings
• Create and manage punch lists
• Support Quality Control measures as outlined in the QA/QC program
• Prepare RFIs and submittals
• Assist with labor control and on-site setup/maintenance
• Perform quantitative takeoffs to support material ordering
• Support scheduling activities and implementation on assigned jobs
• Coordinate warranties and O&M documentation
• Track material coordination, purchase orders, and invoicing

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Science, or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and construction drawings
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented with the ability to learn technical job functions and apply new skills quickly
• Strong customer-service orientation and relationship-building skills
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving ability; able to multitask and meet deadlines
• Motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and initiative

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Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA safety certifications
• Prior construction experience (internships, co-ops or field experience)
• Willingness to travel or relocate based on project needs

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Salary range: $72,600–$77,600 per year plus participation in a non-guaranteed annualized bonus program
• Employment type: Full-time (contractor opportunities may also be available)
• This position is safety-sensitive.
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Why This Role

This role is a launching pad for future leaders — it offers hands-on exposure to estimating, scheduling, QA/QC, and field operations in a growing, employee-focused organization. Ideal for early-career construction professionals seeking rapid learning and career progression.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.