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Palmer Group

Project Engineer

Palmer Group, Des Moines

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As a Project Engineer with this locally rooted and rapidly growing general contracting firm, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact projects across our three core verticals. This position offers a unique opportunity to work side by side with experienced Project Managers and a dedicated, long-standing field crew, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll gain hands-on exposure to every phase of construction operations, from pre-construction planning to on-site execution, making it an ideal role for someone eager to grow their technical expertise and leadership skills in a dynamic and well-established company. Apply today!
Work model:

  • On-Site
  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What you will do:
  • Support the Construction Manager in defining project goals, procedures, data tracking methods, and performance benchmarks in alignment with company policies
  • Update construction schedules as needed, identifying required personnel and equipment to maintain project timelines
  • Develop and implement testing procedures to evaluate and monitor project performance effectively
  • Communicate any changes to the construction schedule promptly to supervisors and subcontractors, ensuring alignment among all stakeholders
  • Manage project budgets, timelines, and databases, providing regular updates to the Project Manager on progress and flagging any issues that may impact cost or schedule
  • Ensure adherence to quality control and assurance standards by overseeing compliance with all relevant specifications and regulations
What you will need to be successful:
  • 2-3 years of experience in project engineering or project planning, including scope, schedule, cost, and quality management
  • Experience in field management and on-site construction coordination
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or a related field
  • Strong working knowledge of software such as Bluebeam and Procore
  • Solid understanding of compliance standards and quality assurance best practices
  • Familiarity with engineering change processes, including Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO)
Benefits overview:
  • Vision, dental, and health insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email