Project Specialist

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

401(k) Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Gym Discounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY seeks an entry-level Project Specialist to support project teams from start to finish on-site. The role is designed for organized, detail-oriented individuals building a career in project management within construction/telecom.

This on-site position includes training, documentation review, status reporting, and collaboration with team members across departments. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to read and understand project instructions, work orders, and reports.
• Basic computer skills (email, spreadsheets, word processing, PDFs). Google Workspace experience is a plus.
• Ability to stay organized, manage tasks, and work independently with minimal guidance.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up new projects and keeping project files organized and up to date.
• Support project documentation, including permits, scheduling updates, and progress tracking.
• Help review and prepare project paperwork for final closeouts.
• Learn how to track project activity and support accurate reporting and billing.
• Provide assistance to other project team members as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Support company policies, procedures, and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Basic math

Read project docs

Google Workspace

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The Project Specialist plays an important role in supporting our project teams and ensuring work moves smoothly from start to finish. This is an entry-level professional position designed for individuals who are organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in project management within the construction/telecom industry. This position is 100% on-site.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Assist with setting up new projects and keeping project files organized and up to date.
• Support project documentation, including permits, scheduling updates, and progress tracking.
• Help review and prepare project paperwork for final closeouts.
• Learn how to track project activity and support accurate reporting and billing.
• Provide assistance to other project team members as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Support company policies, procedures, and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Some travel may be required.

What you’ll need

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to read and understand project instructions, work orders, and reports.
• Basic computer skills (email, spreadsheets, word processing, PDFs). Google Workspace experience is a plus.
  Ability to stay organized, manage tasks, and work independently with minimal guidance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Frequently sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally stand and/or walk
• Occasionally bend, squat, kneel or twist
• Frequent use of sight (specifically, close to perform computer work), hearing and voice
• Use of hands, arms, and fingers to perform routine and repetitive tasks
• Light to moderate lifting (up to 30 lbs)
• Operate a computer, telephone or other office equipment
• Moderate noise consistent with computers, phones and printers

The wage range for Project Specialist is $23.00- $24.00.

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands‑on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety‑first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.