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ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI

Perform additional project controls, estimating, safety, quality, or technical duties as assigned * In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be ...

ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI

$65K - $85K/yr

Perform additional project controls, estimating, safety, quality, or technical duties as assigned * In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2 - Manassas

Manassas, VA · On-site

$83.50K - $108K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Estimates * Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required. * Prepares ...

ECC

Project Engineer - Entry Level

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Perform additional project controls, estimating, safety, quality, or technical duties as assigned * In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2

Winchester, VA · On-site

$81.10K - $104.90K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Estimates o Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required. o Prepares ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 3

Tysons, VA · On-site

$84.40K - $109.20K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Responsibilities Managerial Responsibilities • Estimates o Conducts any surveys, inspections ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2

Tysons, VA · On-site

$84.40K - $109.20K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Responsibilities Managerial Responsibilities • Estimates o Conducts any surveys, inspections ...

Puget Sound Energy

Engineer I - Substation Controls

Kent, WA · On-site

$111.20K - $141.70K/yr

Prepares cost estimates and specifications, performs engineering studies and designs, conducts ... An EIT or FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation. * Entry level to three (3) ...

Puget Sound Energy

Engineer I - Substation Controls

Kent, WA

$111.20K - $141.70K/yr

Prepares cost estimates and specifications, performs engineering studies and designs, conducts ... An EIT or FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation. * Entry level to three (3) ...

Puget Sound Energy

Engineer I - Substation Controls

Kent, WA

$111.20K - $141.70K/yr

Prepares cost estimates and specifications, performs engineering studies and designs, conducts ... An EIT or FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation. * Entry level to three (3) ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level controls estimator in the United States is $73,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $86,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Controls Estimator vs Controls Estimator?

AspectEntry Level Controls EstimatorControls Estimator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingAssociate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, HVAC, or related field
Work EnvironmentEntry-level office and field site supportOffice-based with site visits for project assessment
Industry UsageOften in training or junior roles within controls contracting firmsFull professional roles responsible for project estimates

The Entry Level Controls Estimator typically has basic technical training and supports senior estimators, focusing on learning industry standards. Controls Estimators are more experienced, handling detailed project assessments and cost calculations. The main difference lies in experience, responsibility, and required credentials, with entry-level roles serving as a stepping stone to full estimator positions.

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Project Controls 1 - Kiewit Offshore District

Project Controls 1 - Kiewit Offshore District

Kiewit

Ingleside, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Kiewit Corporation rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 77 rated construction

Job description

Requisition ID: 180270
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Offshore Services District
Department: Project Controls
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As an Early Career Project Controls Specialist, you will support construction projects by assisting with planning, scheduling, cost control, and document management. This entry-level role is designed for recent graduates who are eager to learn and grow within the construction industry. You will work closely with experienced project teams to ensure accurate project tracking and reporting.
District Overview
Kiewit Offshore Services, a district (or business unit) of Kiewit Corporation that builds structurally complex jackets and topsides for offshore oil drilling rigs. Located in Ingleside, TX, 20 minutes outside of Corpus Christi, the 550-acre fabrication yard is the workplace of 300 staff employees and 1400 craft employees who work in the yard year-round. The projects built by Kiewit Offshore Services require significant equipment planning, detailed cost estimates and schedules, a commitment to safety by all employees, and are truly unforgettable. The Kiewit Offshore Services team is a diverse, tight knit group that enjoys fun team building events such as deep-sea fishing, golfing, and sporting events throughout the year. The employees are extremely schedule driven, high-energy, friendly, and hard workers. Within the Oil, Gas & Chemical Industry, their teams are the best evidenced by the countless project opportunities from owners who seek their expertise when challenged with complex projects. Kiewit Offshore Service leaders are seeking employees who would enjoy living in Southern Texas, ready for a fast-paced career, trainable, and can work well within a diverse team.
Location
This position is located in Ingleside, Corpus Christi area, Texas.
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, designers, procurement staff, construction managers, contractors and other project services staff to provide detailed planning and scheduling of projects from conceptual planning through engineering and construction.
  • Develop resource loaded and cost loaded schedules, including lists of activities, major milestones, critical approvals, long lead procurement items and other critical project deliverables to be scheduled and tracked for the projects.
  • Develop schedule logic and constraints, realistic activity durations and available manpower and resources and provide detailed analysis on schedule/milestone status to the project team as required.
  • Assess the impact of design changes and schedule slippages and inform company management and clients of all schedule updates
  • Apply knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction terminology and concepts to develop and maintain critic path logic networks; accumulate and access historical data for use in maintaining realistic future planning and forecasting
  • May interface with clients, attend regular meetings and give statistical reports

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field
  • Experience developing resource and cost loaded schedules is preferred
  • Basic understanding of financial terms and calculations (Gain, Loss, Forecast, etc.)
  • Basic understanding of construction engineering technology, codes and standards, and an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units is preferred
  • Basic understanding of standard cost control methods utilized in the execution of various types of project (EPC, Joint Venture, Lump Sum, time and Material, Maintenance)
  • Experience with some project controls software such as Excel and Primavera is preferred

Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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