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, Commercial Construction.

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

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Project Engineer will support field operations and project management on commercial construction projects. The role is hands-on and requires regular time on job sites in and around Charleston, SC. You will help ensure projects run safely, on schedule, and on budget while developing the skills needed to advance into roles such as Project Manager or Superintendent.

• Assist the Superintendent with coordination of on-site labor and daily activities
• Participate in project meetings (subcontractor, Owner-Architect-Contractor, pre-installation)
• Maintain accurate project documents and drawings on-site and in project systems
• Prepare daily field reports, weekly progress updates, manpower tracking, and production logs
• Help develop short-term look-ahead schedules and support site logistics/phasing plans
• Manage submittal collection, tracking, review, and distribution
• Draft and track RFIs to clarify design and scope issues
• Create and maintain procurement logs and material delivery schedules; monitor quantities and report discrepancies
• Maintain as-built drawings, complete O&M manuals, and support turnover documentation
• Support site-specific safety programs and QA/QC planning; obtain OSHA 30-hour certification
• Assist with punch lists, Owner training sessions, and project closeout activities

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Technologically proficient — experience with Procore or similar construction management software is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated, coachable, and eager to learn and grow in construction project delivery
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent the confidential client on-site and in meetings

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $69,420 per year (estimated)
• Employee Ownership (ESOP) participation — share in long-term company success
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Industry-leading safety culture and training support (including OSHA 30)

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Location & Work Environment

• Work location: Charleston, SC — significant time on active job sites is required
• Employment type: Full-time (onsite)
• Position requires occasional travel between project sites in the region and the ability to work outdoors in typical construction conditions

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About the Confidential Client

The confidential client is a regional commercial construction firm delivering general construction, design/build, construction management, and renovation/upfit services across multiple market sectors (industrial, distribution, office, retail, education, healthcare, hospitality, and senior living). They emphasize employee development, safety, and long-term career growth.

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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.

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