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Job Description:

Ryan Companies has an immediate need for a Senior Construction Project Engineer for its Des Moines OR Cedar Rapids, Iowa office. Recent college graduates with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or an engineering discipline with a strong interest in a career in construction management are invited to apply.

With more than 80 years in business and 15 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Work with preconstruction team and project managers to develop conceptual and detailed estimates
• Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems
• Create project estimates individually and with a team
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bid proposals
• Scope and select subcontractors based on best value and project requirements
• Record final estimates and maintain cost history
• Create, track, and manage project scope
• Participate and review buyout and GMP estimates
• Create preconstruction schedules with project management and field personnel
• Support development, architectural and construction teams with preconstruction expertise including value design, cost validation, project scheduling, procurement and project pursuits
• Consistently achieves appropriate project estimates
• Review and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers
• Provide direction for understanding project scope, market pricing and available resources
• Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets of various types of projects
• Capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs
• Learn CSI and Uniformat II

Some things we would like you to have:

• 4-year construction engineering or construction management degree
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types and procurement methods
• Ability to read and understand project plans and details
• Ability to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way
• Positive and effective communication abilities
• Ability to teach skills and knowledge to others
• Ability to listen, prioritize and value the opinions of others
• Prior construction experience in the field or office is a PLUS.
• An interest in learning Destini Estimating platform, OST, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, JOIN, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit.
• Recent college graduates WILL be considered.
• You will really stand out if you have construction internship experience and up to 3 or 4 years of construction management experience.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates:

Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you receive communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at humanresources@ryancompanies.com.

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.