Junior Construction Project Engineer - Hands-On Growth

Estes Construction; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 75th percentile salary + bonus

401K with 5% company match

Medical, dental, vision, life

Disability insurance

Health Savings and Flex Spending

Generous paid time off

Parental benefits

Well-being program

Incentive compensation

Training & development

Employee engagement events

Work discounts

Job summary

Estes Construction is seeking a full-time commercial construction Project Engineer in Des Moines, IA. This post-graduate entry level role begins a 3–4 year training program designed to prepare you for leadership roles across PM, preconstruction, business development, or superintendent tracks.

You will focus on fieldwork, assist the superintendent, and learn to lead projects through hands-on scheduling, submittals, RFIs, and safety oversight. Strong communication and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the superintendent, project manager, and lead field activities.
• Support scheduling and planning on projects.
• Process change orders and review work for quality.
• Prepare submittals and RFIs.
• Monitor job site safety and manage subcontractors.
• Lead meetings and coordinate with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estes Construction is seeking a full-time commercial construction Project Engineer in Des Moines, IA. This post-graduate entry level role begins a 3–4 year training program designed to prepare you for leadership roles across PM, preconstruction, business development, or superintendent tracks.

You will focus on fieldwork, assist the superintendent, and learn to lead projects through hands-on scheduling, submittals, RFIs, and safety oversight. Strong communication and MS Office skills are required.