Project Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

. Assist the project team in completing designated projects while learning Ryan processes, procedures, and business policies .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction project management, including estimating techniques, cost control, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in reading engineering drawings and managing project schedules while ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Project ManagementEstimating TechniquesCost ControlEngineering Drawings InterpretationJobsite Experience

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Hard Skills

Estimating TechniquesCost ControlMaterial PricingMathematical CalculationsEngineering Drawings Interpretation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationResponsibility

Tools & Technologies

Shop Drawing LogsProject Schedules

Industry Keywords

Construction EngineeringConstruction ManagementRequests For InformationVendor CoordinationPermit Inspection Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the project team in completing designated projects while learning Ryan processes, procedures, and business policies
Work from a construction project site for a minimum of six months, preferably for the duration of an entire construction project
Generate Requests For Information (RFIs) and track approvals
Monitor and maintain shop drawing logs and coordinate shop drawings
Learn dimensional control requirements and field-verify dimensions
Coordinate and track vendor and subcontractor deliveries
Learn Ryan safety policies and procedures
Gain understanding of overall site logistics
Participate in city and jurisdictional permit inspection processes
Keep office and jobsite plans updated with RFIs and ASIs
Accompany Ryan personnel and the owner on punchlist inspections, record punchlist items, and monitor completion
Participate in preparing and updating the project schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing
A bachelor’s degree in construction engineering/management is required
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems
Ability to assume responsibility and interface and communicate effectively
Minimum six month jobsite experience before moving on to Project Management or Field Career Path
Willingness to travel and/or relocate as needed to execute projects
Verification of employment authorization to work in the U.S.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Retirement and Savings Benefits
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Pet insurance
Charitable Donation Matching
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)