2026 Construction Project Engineer (Entry-Level)

Justin, TX
Full Time
Entry Level
Entry Level – Construction Management (Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 Graduates)

Our Company:
Knight Electric Inc. is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services. We are committed to delivering superior workmanship and client satisfaction.

About this role:
Do you have a passion for construction and possibly a desire for electrical construction? Great, join us and begin your career to see how one of the leaders in this space helps companies with rollouts, remodels, and other fascinating parts of electrical construction.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Construction Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of projects within our organization. Your responsibilities will involve collaborating with various stakeholders, maintaining project documentation, and promoting a positive team environment.
  • We are hiring for new college graduates to begin their career as Construction Project Engineer with career paths to; 
  • Assistant Project Manager
  • Estimator 
  • Field Leadership 
  • Operations  

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Hands-On Opportunity - Rotational Program
    • Be onsite with project teams as well as a part of customer meetings to gain valuable knowledge of our company and industry.
 
  • Project Management
    • Collaborate with Project Managers, Field Personnel, and office staff to contribute to tasks and deadlines for current activities.
  • Process Documentation:
    • Work with tools such as SharePoint, Visio, Procore, Bluebeam and PowerPoint.
    • Prepare clear and concise process documents for reference.
  • Learning and Growth:
    • Gain insights into various roles within the entire electrical construction industry.
    • Develop fundamental business knowledge to contribute to overall organizational success.
  • Additional Responsibilities:
    • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Key Requirements:
  • A Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 Construction Management / Engineering graduate from a technical college or bachelor’s degree program. 
  • Ability to be in our Justin, TX office Monday-Friday when not traveling. 
  • Ability to travel 50% - 75% of the time to be on a job site for learning opportunities. 
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. 

What We Offer:
  • Hands-on learning opportunities
  • Mentorship program. 
  • Gain valuable work experience. 
  • Opportunity to work directly with both customers and vendors.
  • Full Benefit Package
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • PTO
    • Holiday Pay 
    • 401(K)
    • Much more 

Knight Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
 


 
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