Project Engineer Jobs in Iowa

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Developmental Engineer

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 30+ days ago

ADVANCING OUR OPERATIONS In order for us to complete our missions, our technology simply cannot fail. Covering a wide range of specialties ranging from aeronautical and computer systems to flight...

Precision Ag Engineer Iowa State University

  • Ames, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 1 hour ago

Precision Ag Engineer Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Masters or PhD in Agronomy,...

Application Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Project Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Braun Intertec is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Urbandale, IA office....

Engineer I, II, Sr. - Operations/Supply

  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 17 hours ago

Engineer I, II, Sr. - Operations/Supply Job Description The engineer - operations/supply provides technical work and directs others in technical work in the planning, designing, procurement and...

Precision Ag Engineer

  • Ames, IA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 18 hours ago

Precision Ag Engineer Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Masters or PhD in Agronomy,...

Healthcare Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago

Summary The position serves as a Project Engineer at the VA of Central Iowa Healthcare System....

Supervisory Healthcare Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date....

Operations Engineer 40 hours per week Plant Operations

  • West Burlington, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Burlington, IA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $22.86 per hour Job Details: Scheduled: Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm Job Description: Perform tasks involving physical labor at GRHS facilities, parking lots, and...

Sr. Fabrication Engineer

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

Sub-Zero Group, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances. As a longstanding, family-owned company, we pride ourselves on being icons of design and paragons of performance and...

Dual Hotel Chief Engineer - Fairfield Inn & SpringHill Suites West Des Moines, IA

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Flexible to work variable hours to ensure the smooth operation of the engineering department. Manage and oversee the department in accordance with standards and guidelines established by the...

BEST-Associate Sales Engineer-HVAC - Cedar Rapids, IA

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

(engineering, construction management, IT etc.) and graduating inDecember 2024 and May/June 2025....

Commercial Piping Project Engineer

  • Dallas, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, IA
  • 1 day ago

Position: Commercial HVAC Piping Project Engineer Responsibilities: - Manage and oversee commercial HVAC piping projects - Coordinate with team members and subcontractors - Ensure projects are completed...

2025036 Dynamic Systems Modeling (DSM) Engineer

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and...

Melt/Recycle Process Engineer

  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Iowa
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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