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Construction Expert

AfterQuery Contract Posted 2 months ago US, UK, EU, CA, AU, NZ

Role details

This is a remote, project based role for construction professionals with 1 to 3 years of professional experience. You will complete tasks spanning construction planning, document review, field problem solving, and technical evaluation across a variety of project types and disciplines. Work is over the next 2 to 3 weeks, asynchronous, and assigned on a project by project basis, with an expected commitment of 10 to 20 hours per week for the projects you accept. This position offers exceptional pay, exposure to real world engineering problems, and a strong addition to your professional portfolio.

Why Apply?:

Flexible Time Commitment – Work on your schedule while tackling meaningful construction and engineering challenges
Startup Exposure – Work directly with an early stage Y Combinator backed company, gaining hands on experience that sets you apart
Portfolio Building – Gain experience solving complex, real world construction problems across diverse project types
Professional Growth – Sharpen your skills on varied, challenging tasks spanning multiple disciplines and building systems

Required Qualifications

1 to 3 years of professional experience as a construction engineer, project engineer, field engineer, or similar role in a full time or equivalent position
Strong working knowledge of construction documents, drawings, and specifications
Demonstrated ability to independently assess and resolve technical questions on active projects
Solid understanding of construction fundamentals including sequencing, scheduling, materials, and building codes
Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience across multiple project types, such as commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure
Familiarity with standards and codes such as IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE, or OSHA requirements
Exposure to construction management software and workflows (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or similar)
Background in both office and field roles, or experience coordinating across trades and disciplines

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  5. Remote — open to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Luxembourg, Malta, Cyprus and Liechtenstein.
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