Entry Level Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager - Wind Construction Projects Location: Muleshoe, Texas Contract Duration: 12-months Compensation: $50.00/per hour Work Model: Onsite Per Diem: $178/day - 7/days per week System One is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of multiple utility-scale wind farm construction projects valued between $1.3B–$2B+. This position partners closely with the Project Manager and project team to coordinate daily construction activities, support project planning, and ensure projects remain on schedule while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and communication.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting industrial or heavy civil construction projects and enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative field environment. While prior wind energy experience is preferred, candidates with strong construction project backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers throughout the planning, construction, and closeout phases of large-scale wind energy projects.
• Coordinate project activities across construction, engineering, procurement, materials, and sourcing teams.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation during the pre-construction phase.
• Participate in design reviews, planning meetings, and construction coordination meetings.
• Monitor project progress and assist in resolving field issues to maintain project schedules.
• Maintain regular on-site presence during active construction to support project execution and facilitate communication between stakeholders.
• Track project milestones, action items, and deliverables.
• Assist with identifying project risks and developing solutions to minimize schedule or cost impacts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, project requirements, and construction safety standards.
• Prepare project reports, meeting notes, and project documentation.
• Foster strong communication among internal teams and project stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent construction experience.
• Experience supporting construction or industrial projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders in a project environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Utility-scale construction experience.
• Wind energy or renewable energy project experience.
• Industrial construction experience.
• Engineering background.
• PMP certification or progress toward PMP certification.
• Experience supporting projects through the full project lifecycle.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have experience as a:

• Assistant Project Manager
• Construction Project Coordinator
• Project Engineer
• Junior Project Manager
• Construction Coordinator

Work Environment:

• Early project phases offer some remote flexibility while participating in planning and design activities.
• During construction, the position is primarily field-based with daily on-site presence.
• Travel between multiple nearby wind farm project sites is required.
• Standard Monday–Friday schedule with occasional extended workdays (up to approximately 10 hours) during peak construction activities.
• Weekend work is generally not expected.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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