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Senior Project Engineer - Self-Performed Work (SPW)

Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2025
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Job Description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer to join our team to support our Self-Performed Work (SPW) within the Midwest Region focusing on projects between Central and Eastern Iowa.

Do you bring at least 2 years of successful commercial construction experience in a design-build environment? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Some Things You Can Expect To Do

  • Develop conceptual budgets and detailed bid estimates for small, mid-sized and large-scale carpentry and concrete projects.
  • Independently execute detailed quantity takeoffs, vendor and subcontractor bid solicitation, material, equipment and subcontracted services.
  • Track and project craftworker labor productivities.
  • Organize and lead internal and external team meetings.
  • Consistently & effectively manage project costs to profitable outcomes.
  • Lead internal project update presentations.
  • Contributing to business plan development & execution.
  • Review and approve vendor and subcontractor invoices.
  • Maintain SPW cost history archives.
  • Support Ryan’s development, architectural, and construction team with preconstruction and construction expertise to support value engineering efforts that may include cost estimating and scheduling pertaining SPW scopes of work.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering/Management or related field
  • 2 years of experience in commercial construction
  • Willingness to travel as needed to execute projects

You Will Really Stand Out If You

  • Self-performed work experience.
  • Focused experience within carpentry and concrete scopes of work.
  • Ability to independently estimate and manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems.
  • Experience in Construction Management, Estimating and Project Management software (i.e. Procore, Destini Estimator, MS Office-Excel/Word/PPT, MS Project, MS Teams, JD Edwards E1, Building Connected).
  • Design-build commercial construction experience.

Eligibility

  • Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Compensation

The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Retirement and Savings Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Parenting Benefits
  • Long-term Disability
  • Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
  • Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Non-Solicitation Notice To Recruitment Agencies

Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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