Project Engineer 1
The Project Engineer 1 at Confidential Client supports construction and field execution tasks by applying construction fundamentals and company best practices. This entry-level role involves managing project documentation, quality assurance, scheduling, procurement, and collaborating with project teams to ensure successful project delivery. The position offers growth opportunities and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous learning within a team-oriented environment.
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Role summary
This opportunity is for a Project Engineer 1 working on construction projects in Atlanta, GA. The Project Engineer 1 will support on-site construction and field execution activities using construction fundamentals, company best practices, and project-management tools. This is an entry-level, full-time role on a path toward Project Engineer 2 and is ideal for candidates with a degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent experience who want hands-on construction and project-management experience.
What you’ll do (Core responsibilities)
- Learn and actively participate in safety and quality plans to support an injury-free work environment.
- Support QA/QC planning and execute assigned quality tasks.
- Assist with estimating and change management activities, including quantity take-offs and subcontractor proposal review.
- Work on-site with project teams to monitor crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantities, and equipment.
- Participate in punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, and quality checks; prepare required documentation.
- Post and maintain current drawings and specifications.
- Organize and participate in project meetings; prepare and distribute meeting materials and reports.
- Prepare project daily reports, weekly progress updates, manpower logs, production schedules, equipment tracking, and percentage-complete reporting as directed.
- Perform periodic job-site observations with project leadership.
- Create and maintain procurement logs; track shop drawings and deliveries per the project schedule.
- Provide progress updates to support scheduling and help close out project deliverables (punch list, O&M manuals, as-builts).
- Apply company best-practice building and construction techniques and begin identifying self-perform opportunities.
- Build relationships and communicate effectively with trade personnel, foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, and project team members.
- Learn and apply Lean construction principles in daily work.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and on time.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with construction technologies is a plus.
- Understanding of construction means & methods, labor productivity, and trade scopes.
- Basic estimating and change-management awareness.
- Ability to assess and help optimize project productivity.
- Teamwork and relationship-building skills across trades and project stakeholders.
- Willingness to learn Lean processes and continuous improvement approaches.
Education & experience
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field; OR equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
- Entry-level construction experience required or internship/co-op experience preferred.
Working environment & physical requirements
- Full-time, on-site construction environment in Atlanta, GA.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- May require periods of travel and/or relocation.
- Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
- May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).
- Frequent activity: standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above shoulder, pushing, pulling.
- Occasional activity: sitting and computer work.
Benefits & employment details
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Benefits package: Professional Non-Union (details available from the confidential client).
- Career path: Project Engineer 1 → Project Engineer 2.
- Requisition ID: 63041.
- This posting will remain open for at least three business days and may continue until a qualified candidate is selected or the role is closed.
Why people work here
Confidential Client fosters a team-focused, collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and are rewarded for contributions. This role provides hands-on construction experience, mentorship, and a clear path for career progression within project engineering.
Legal & hiring information
- Employment eligibility verification (I-9) required for hire.
- Confidential Client is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact the hiring team after initial engagement through Careertakes.
- Background checks and drug-free workplace policies may apply, as permitted by law.
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.
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