Temple Project Engineer - Commercial Construction (Travel)

Big-D Construction; St. Paul (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance paid by  

HSA with employer contribution

401k with match

Life Insurance & Disability

Voluntary supplemental plans

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Big-D Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team on a Temple project in Des Moines, IA. The role supports construction administration, coordinates daily activities, and ensures quality standards.

You will collaborate with subcontractors, assist with change orders and pricing, and document project progress through meeting minutes, submittals, and reports. Travel is expected with per-diem provided; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field
• 2+ years of experience on commercial construction projects (or equivalent)
• Attention to detail and drive to build great projects
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review submittals and RFIs; assist in change orders
• Prepare and maintain meeting agendas and minutes; support schedule administration
• Coordinate with subcontractors and project team to track master subcontract agreements
• Maintain construction drawings, as-builts, and procurement Logs to align with project schedule
• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent with subcontract and schedule administration
• Ensure safety compliance and documentation of project progress (photos, reports)
• Participate in project closeout and job cost monitoring processes

Skills

Attention to detail

Drive to build great projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Job description

Big-D Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team on a Temple project in Des Moines, IA. The role supports construction administration, coordinates daily activities, and ensures quality standards.

You will collaborate with subcontractors, assist with change orders and pricing, and document project progress through meeting minutes, submittals, and reports. Travel is expected with per-diem provided; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.