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, Construction (General Contracting).

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

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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring an entry-level Project Engineer to support construction projects in Springdale, AR. This role supports the Project Manager and Superintendent with administrative and technical responsibilities that keep projects on schedule, on budget, and well documented. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent), 0–2 years of related experience, and strong attention to detail.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent with delegated administrative and technical tasks.
• Maintain accurate project documentation — drawings, specifications, submittals, transmittals, and correspondence.
• Update project logs and databases to track progress, changes, and submittals.
• Assist in writing and reviewing subcontracts and purchase orders to ensure scope, provisions, and amounts are correct.
• Prepare and maintain submittal logs; track submittals from pre-approval through final delivery.
• Support development and maintenance of overall and short-term schedules; make regular site visits to verify work and schedule compliance.
• Receive, evaluate, and distribute correspondence, RFIs, directives, and clarifications between Owner, Architect, Subcontractors, and Suppliers.
• Help maintain cost records and track subcontractor/self-perform work to support billing.
• When directed, assist in obtaining permits and collecting record documentation (as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties).
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project delivery.

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in construction management or construction trades (entry-level friendly).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• Familiarity with submittal processes, procurement planning, and construction sequencing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining project files and logs.
• Basic math skills (geometry, trigonometry, algebra) and working knowledge of standard office software.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with architects, owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Willingness to make regular site visits and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

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Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally sit and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to moving machinery, high places, confined spaces, fumes/airborne particles, loud noise, and outdoor weather conditions.
• May require long hours during critical phases of a project; occasional mental stress when managing multiple tasks.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Where allowed, candidates for safety-sensitive positions may be subject to pre-employment drug testing; a positive test for marijuana/metabolites may affect eligibility even if a medical license exists.

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Compensation

• Estimated salary: $50,234 per year (estimated). Actual compensation will be determined by Confidential Client and may depend on experience and qualifications.

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Why Work Through Careertakes

• Careertakes acts as a third-party recruiting partner to connect qualified candidates with Confidential Client while protecting applicant privacy.
• If selected, you will be employed directly by Confidential Client.
• Candidates may receive access to additional matched openings through the Careertakes platform.

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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.