About Careertakes

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

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Overview

This Self-Perform Project Engineer role supports estimating and project execution for self-performed construction scopes for our confidential client. You will assist with takeoffs, document review, vendor coordination, and project tracking while developing a strong understanding of construction systems, specifications, and estimating processes. The role provides hands-on exposure to both preconstruction and field operations and supports successful project delivery in alignment with company standards and procedures.

• Salary: $76,000 - $88,000 per year (estimated)

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What You’ll Do

• Support takeoffs and quantity verification for self-perform scopes using On-Screen Takeoff / Togal and related tools
• Create and organize project folders, upload plans, and maintain document control per SOPs
• Review contract documents, drawings, details, and specifications to identify scope and installation requirements
• Prepare small-scope proposals and assist in developing A&Qs for estimating teams
• Track project workload and status in QuickBase (or equivalent) to keep estimates and handoffs current
• Provide vendors and subcontractors with quantities and documentation to obtain competitive pricing
• Analyze addenda and document changes in estimating systems (Sage, OST, Togal, proposals)
• Assist estimators with handoff packages, submittal requirements, and review of shop drawings/submittals
• Attend trainings, shadow estimators, and spend time in the field to observe typical installations and installation sequences

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Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills
• Basic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and construction systems
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret technical information and identify inconsistencies
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to coordinate with internal teams and external vendors
• Time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; related internships or entry-level estimating/project experience a plus
• Willingness to learn estimating processes, field operations, and self-perform construction scopes
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Tools & Software

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST) / Togal
• Sage Estimating
• Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBase (exposure preferred)

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Location & Employment Type

• Location: Milford, MA (on-site / field visits required)
• Employment type: Full-Time, Exempt

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Why Join

• Hands-on exposure to both preconstruction and field operations — fast learning and career growth
• Structured training and mentorship with experienced estimators and project teams
• Work on diverse self-perform construction scopes and increase your technical estimating skills

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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.