Design & Construction Engineer 1 Johnston - 50322 - Polk County

Iowa National Guard; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

IPERS Retirement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Public Defense is seeking a Design & Construction Engineer 1 for permanent DoD employment, located at Camp Dodge, Johnston, IA. The role supports Armory maintenance, planning, and construction management with a 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. schedule and flexible options.

Job requires a state-issued Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Apply to join a strong team serving Iowa’s communities and emergency responses.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college/university with a relevant engineering/architectural degree and four years of full-time design/construction work.
• Alternate: four years of combined education and experience as described in part a.
• Two years of experience plus licensure as a Professional Engineer or Architect.

Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance: coordinate and plan Armory Maintenance projects within Facilities Maintenance Branch.
• Project Scope & Planning: draft Scopes of Work with training personnel and present to leadership.
• Construction Management: act as Owner's Rep from award to acceptance, lead meetings, inspections, submittals, changes, and track progress.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, civil/mechanical/architectural/construction engineering, fire protection or related field

Tools

Submittal Exchange

Job description

This position is for permanent Department of Defense employees only. Those in any other status are not eligible to apply.

What We Are Seeking

The Iowa Department of Public Defense (DPD) is looking to fill a Design & Construction Engineer 1 position.

Who We Are

Our Agency directly supports the Iowa National Guard sustainment, readiness and modernization, providing support so they can fulfill their missions in Iowa’s communities or their work for the State during emergencies or times of need. We are madestrong by a highly qualified, diverse and talented staff. Working at the Iowa Department of Public Defense will provide you with the opportunity for a robust career!

What You’ll Do

• Facility Maintenance Coordinate and plan Armory Maintenance projects within the Facilities Maintenance Branch. Manages Armory Construction and Repair Projects
• Project Scope & Planning: Work directly with military training personnel to draft Scopes of Work (SOWs) and present them to leadership for prioritizing on the master project list.
• Construction Management: Act as the Owner's Representative from contract award through final acceptance. Key duties include leading project meetings, conducting site inspections, managing submittals via Submittal Exchange, handling change orders, and tracking project progress to substantial completion.

Note: This job requires applicants to have a state issued Driver’s License. This position must be able to clear and maintain a security clearance.

Location and hours

Camp Dodge, 7105 NW 70th Ave. Johnston, IA 50131 and 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Flexible Schedule options

Benefits

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.

Why Choose Us?

Choose us for our strong team culture, positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. An individual shall not be denied equal access to state employment opportunities because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or physical or mental disability. The State of Iowa is an E-Verify employer. A complete package combining benefits, career and personal development is available here for you. Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets us apart and come be a part of our team!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in architecture, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, construction engineering, fire protection engineering, or a related field and experience equal to four years of full-time engineering work in the design and construction of buildings, utilities, earthwork, or related facilities and structures; work with building codes, fire codes, and handicapped accessibility regulations, direct involvement in the preparation of architectural or building engineering construction documents or in the review of such documents for conformance with applicable portions of these codes and regulations; or work as a construction manager, general contractor, subcontractor, or similar role.

2. All of the following (a and b):

   1. Four years of full-time work experience in engineering work in the design and construction of buildings, utilities, earthwork, or related facilities and structures; work with building codes, fire codes, and handicapped accessibility regulations, direct involvement in the preparation of architectural or building engineering construction documents or in the review of such documents for conformance with applicable portions of these codes and regulations; or work as a construction manager, general contractor, subcontractor, or similar role; and

   2. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in architecture, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, construction engineering, fire protection engineering, or a related field equals one year of full-time experience.

3. All of the following (a and b):

   1. Two years of full-time work experience (as described in number one); and

   2. Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Iowa Engineering and Land Surveying Examining Board.

4. All of the following (a and b):

   1. Two years of full-time work experience (as described in number one); and

   2. Licensure as an Architect by the Iowa Architectural Examining Board.

Within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority, certain employees in this class may be required to obtain a Fire Sprinkler Installer and Maintenance License in accordance with Chapter 100D, Iowa Code.

Applicants for natural resources positions should indicate in the appropriate section of the application: hydraulics, fluid mechanics or hydrology coursework completed or submit a college transcript with the application.