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Entry-Level Project Engineer - Southern Region

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier commercial construction company. With offices and employees nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types, including healthcare, education, renewable energy, marine, water/wastewater, commercial office and retail, hospitality an entertainment, and airports. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. Originally founded as a family business in 1864, today we are proud to be 100 percent employee-owned.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Project Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy. In this hands-on role, you will gain experience with project controls and communications, as well as get exposure to the technical aspects of constructing a project. This position is the initial step in developing managerial and communication skills for project management.

  • Must be willing to travel/relocate to projects throughout the Southern region.


Key Responsibilities:

  • General Contract and Subcontract administration
  • Monitor/document jobsite safety and accident prevention
  • Construction scheduling
  • Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
  • Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
  • Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination
  • Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
  • Review of subcontractor applications for payment
  • Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings
  • Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
  • Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
  • Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
  • Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
  • Maintenance of As-Built plans
  • Quality control and project closeout
  • Implement all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs on project


Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree required
  • Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred
  • General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
  • Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
  • Ability to move/travel throughout Southern region as needed


McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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