Construction Project Engineer

Estes Construction • Davenport, IA

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About The Position

Estes Construction is hiring a full-time commercial construction Project Engineer. This is a post-graduate, entry-level position in the Estes Project Engineer training program, a 3–4-year program with 24 learning modules covering all aspects of commercial construction management. The program prepares participants for potential careers as project managers, preconstruction managers, business development professionals, or superintendents.

Project Engineers primarily perform fieldwork, assisting the superintendent and project manager while learning to lead commercial construction projects. They collaborate with colleagues across departments and take on hands-on responsibilities related to project coordination, quality, safety, subcontractors, and meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform fieldwork on commercial construction projects.
• Assist the superintendent and project manager.
• Learn to lead commercial construction projects.
• Schedule project work.
• Process change orders.
• Review work for quality.
• Manage submittals and requests for information (RFIs).
• Monitor job-site safety.
• Manage subcontractors.
• Lead meetings.

Benefits

• Top 75th percentile salary plus bonus program.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible full-time employees.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid time off programs.
• Parental benefits.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance Program.
• Incentive Compensation Program.
• Work program discounts.
• Employee engagement events.
• Professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level