Ryan Companies US, Inc. is a commercial real estate firm delivering integrated construction, architecture, engineering, development, and real estate services. Its work spans the full project lifecycle, from initial conception through completion, across healthcare, industrial, mixed-use, multifamily, office, retail, and senior living properties. The company also supports real estate management and capital markets activities, combining expertise across the built environment to create functional spaces for clients and communities.
Project Engineer, Commercial Construction
Support commercial construction projects for Ryan Companies in Cedar Rapids by coordinating RFIs, drawings, deliveries, inspections, punch lists, and schedules. Work on site while learning the company’s project processes and safety practices.
Description
- Support project delivery while learning Ryan Companies’ processes, procedures, and business policies.
- Work at a construction site for at least six months, ideally for the full project duration.
- Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) and track their approvals.
- Maintain shop drawing logs and coordinate drawing reviews.
- Learn dimensional control requirements and verify measurements in the field.
- Help coordinate and track vendor and subcontractor deliveries.
- Learn and follow Ryan Companies’ safety policies and procedures.
- Build an understanding of overall site logistics.
- Take part in city and jurisdictional permit inspections.
- Keep office and jobsite plans current with RFIs and ASIs.
- Join Ryan Companies representatives and the owner for punch list inspections, document items, and track completion.
- Help prepare and update the project schedule.
Requirements
- Know estimating methods, cost control, and material pricing.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering or construction management.
- Be able to interpret engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems.
- Be prepared to take responsibility and communicate effectively with others.
- Complete at least six months of jobsite experience before advancing to a Project Management or Field career path.
- Be willing to travel or relocate as project needs require.
- Verify eligibility to work in the United States.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement and savings plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Educational assistance.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance and wellness programs.
- Family planning and parenting benefits.
- Employee discount programs.
- Pet insurance.
- Charitable donation matching.
- Volunteer time off.
- Employee resource groups.