Construction Project Engineer

Neumann Brothers, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Neumann Brothers, Inc. in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Construction Project Engineer to support the project team from start to finish.

You will work closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager, building strong relationships with field and office staff, clients, and trade partners to ensure smooth project delivery. The role emphasizes communication, problem-solving, and alignment with our core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (or comparable experience).
• Experience with submittal review and project documentation management.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with Project Set Up.
• Perform Submittal review and tracking for Project.
• Learn and Assist with Schedule development and update management of Project.
• Learn and Assist with Commitment writing for trade partners on Project.
• Assist and Perform project Document Management of all updated Project information.
• Learn and Assist with Cost Management tracking of Project.
• Learn and Assist with Change Management collection, tracking and approvals for Project.
• Advocate for Safety culture throughout Company and Project.
• Assist, Perform, and Collect Punch Management process of Project.
• Learn and Assist with QA/QC process on Project.
• Assist with Warranty process on Project.
• Assist with Closeout process on Project.

Skills

Project management

Submittal review

Scheduling

Cost management

QA/QC

Safety culture

Document management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Comparable work experience

Tools

CRM

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project Engineer

Reports to: Director of Project Management

Job Summary:

The Project Engineer works closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager supporting the overall management of a construction project from start to finish. The Project Engineer develops strong relationships with the field and office teams, clients, and trade partners. Communication, trouble shooting, and problem‑solving skills are critical for success. The Project Engineer is a daily representative of Neumann and must demonstrate our core values.

Primary Functions

• Construction Project Management Core Competencies
  • Assist Project Manager with Project Set Up
  • Perform Submittal review and tracking for Project
  • Learn and Assist with Schedule development and update management of Project
  • Learn and Assist with Commitment writing for trade partners on Project
  • Assist and Perform project Document Management of all updated Project information
  • Learn and Assist with Cost Management tracking of Project
  • Learn and Assist with Change Management collection, tracking and approvals for Project
  • Advocate for Safety culture throughout Company and Project
  • Assist, Perform, and Collect Punch Management process of Project
  • Learn and Assist with QA/QC process on Project
  • Assist with Warranty process on Project
  • Assist with Closeout process on Project
• Assist in the development of project estimates from conception to contract execution including performing quantity take‑off and estimating work on project pursuits.

Secondary Functions

• Company Strategic Initiatives
  • Assist with implementing assigned strategic initiatives within the organization
• Client Acquisition
  • Learn to engage with potential clients and document their activities in the CRM
• Project Acquisition
  • Assist with the development of RFP responses
  • Assist with pre‑construction services to potential clients
• Client Retention
  • Assist with maintaining relationships with existing and past clients
  • Learn how to engage with existing and past clients during Neumann functions
• Community Engagement
  • Represent Neumann, its mission and core values in the community
  • Learn how to identify potential clients and potential work before peers
  • Become involved in local industry training and networking opportunities
• Talent Acquisition & Retention
  • Leverage connections to attract strong talent to Neumann
  • Ability to utilize mentor and other supports to learn the Neumann Way
  • Support other Project Engineers, Co‑Ops and Interns in their development.

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Duties will include standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and use of fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls. Including climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. (above and below ground level) while maintaining balance and reaching in all directions.
• Must occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 35 lbs.

Working Conditions

• While in the office relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Conditions will vary at each project location but may include extreme temperatures and exposure to other physically challenging environmental factors.
• May occasionally be exposed to high noise levels and/or hazardous materials while on job sites.

Schedule: Expected to work at least 40 hours per week. However, hours may vary significantly based on business needs. Project deadlines and critical construction phases may require extended workdays and weekend hours, sometimes on short notice.

Travel: The job will be performed in an office environment, on a construction project job site, and with owners or project partners at their offices or other meeting sites. Personnel are responsible for their own transportation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Project Engineer Co‑Ops and Interns as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, engineering or related field or comparable experience in the field.

Other Duties:

• May be asked to assist in other functions of the company as needed.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is not meant to restrict initiative or to limit assignments, but rather to define minimum job expectations. These duties may be altered as necessary to suit the best interests of the company on any individual project by the company President or COO.

Neumann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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