Project Engineer - Mechanical

The Weitz Company • Des Moines, IA

35d

About The Position

The Project Engineer I joins the Industrial team and performs functions throughout assigned projects, including preconstruction, planning, buyout, management, and closeout. The role monitors project status and alerts the project team to issues that may affect schedule or budget. The position is based out of the Des Moines office and requires willingness to travel and/or relocate to work assignments according to project and company needs. Mechanical experience is preferred. The Project Engineer typically reports to the Project Manager and may supervise other site personnel.

Requirements

• An industry-related degree is required.
• High initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Flexibility to balance competing needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships across the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of construction project management experience is preferred.
• Experience with LEAN principles is desirable.
• OSHA 30 certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
• Industrial construction experience is preferred.
• Mechanical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize, review, update, maintain, and post construction documents and drawings.
• Collaborate with the project team to complete requests for information (RFIs).
• Review submittals and other project documents for accuracy against plans and specifications.
• Assist in preparing inspections, compliance audits, and the non-conformance log.
• Manage material and equipment delivery status.
• Maintain and distribute accurate project logs.
• Draft scopes of work for subcontract and/or purchase order agreements.
• Track subcontractor change requests, solicit pricing, and draft change orders within delegated authority.
• Use virtual design tools to assist with project coordination.
• Obtain and manage closeout information, gather punch list items, prepare as-built drawings, and assist with the warranty process.
• Travel and/or relocate to specified work assignments based on company needs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Rewarding bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package with tax-advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability programs
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off provisions
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fully paid parental leave
• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
• Corporate wellness program with wellness time off and rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree