Construction Associate

Audubon Companies

Posted 8 days ago

Full Time

Houston, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

The Construction Associate will assist with field engineering, estimating, project controls, and procurement across EPC projects, supporting both office and field teams. Key duties include collecting and analyzing project data, assisting management staff with field needs, tracking materials, and supporting schedule updates and reporting.

Seeking a recent college graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Must have strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and organizational skills. Familiarity with MS Excel, Word, and construction software (Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar tools) is expected.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Field Engineering

Estimating

Project Controls

Procurement

Data Analysis

Quality Control

Cost Control

Earned Value Management

Change Management

Material Tracking

Schedule Development

Reporting

Construction Layout

Work Package Development

Safety Compliance

MS Excel

Job Description

Audubon is currently seeking a Construction Associate to join our team in our Houston, TX Energy Corridor Office. This role will be primarily field based working on-site alongside field operations during the execution of ACS’s projects, with time also spent between projects in the Houston, TX office. The Construction Associate will assist with everything from field engineering, estimating, project controls and procurement. This is a dynamic role that will provide exposure to various aspects of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects, offering a solid foundation for growth in the construction industry. This role is ideal for a recent college graduate in Construction Management or a related field who wants to build a career in the heavy industrial construction industry. You'll gain hands-on experience across multiple facets of our projects, supporting both our office and field teams.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in collecting and analyzing project data for support of inspections, quality control, cost control, earned value management (EVM), and reporting.
  • Assist Project Management and Construction Management staff with field needs related, but not limited to, reporting, change management, field communications, etc.
  • Assist in creating purchase requisitions and tracking material orders.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to confirm delivery schedules.
  • Support procurement efforts, ensuring materials meet project specifications.
  • Help develop and update project schedules, including tracking progress.
  • Support project managers in preparing weekly and monthly reports.
  • Assist field teams with layout, verification, and installation of construction elements.
  • Assist in developing construction work packages and turnover documentation.
  • Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to ensure project alignment.
  • Perform various administrative tasks to support project execution.
  • Support safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with project safety standards.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

  • All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
  • Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
  • Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
  • Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
  • Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and construction software (Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar tools).
  • Eager to learn, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

No Recruiters, please!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Audubon Companies

Founded in 1997, Audubon Companies LLC provides EPC, consulting, fabrication, and field services to energy and industrial operators across the globe. We bring agile, collaborative project solutions—dedicated in every phase to safety, quality, and results. For our clients’ most important assets and most challenging problems, Audubon delivers. *We’ve been made aware of fake job postings claiming to represent our company. We never request fees, payments, or financial information during our hiring process. All legitimate openings are listed on our website, and official communications will come from an email ending in auduboncompanies.com. If you receive unexpected messages or see suspicious postings, please report them to info@auduboncompanies.com

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