Project Engineer Intern

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Des Moines, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryan Companies is hiring a Project Engineer Intern in its Des Moines office. The role assists the project team in completing designated projects while providing hands-on learning about construction industry processes, procedures, and Ryan business policies. The intern gains exposure to budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, change orders, job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control, and safety. The position requires working 40 hours per week for at least a three-month term. Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in construction engineering, construction management, or a closely related field and be within 18 months of graduating. Employment eligibility requires verification of authorization to work in the United States. Compensation may vary based on location and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities; additional compensation may include commission and/or an incentive program. Benefit eligibility may vary based on role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations.

Requirements

Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in construction engineering, construction management, or a closely related field and be within 18 months of graduating.
Be able to work 40 hours per week for at least a three-month term.
Verify eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methods.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to read and understand contracts, specifications, and architectural and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

Assist the project team in completing designated projects.
Learn construction industry processes, procedures, and Ryan business policies.
Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
Develop a first-hand understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control, and safety.