About the role#
The Project Engineer Intern supports the project team in the completion of designated projects. This role focuses on learning construction industry processes, procedures, and company business policies while gaining hands-on experience in a real estate environment.
What you'll do#
- Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
- Develop a first-hand understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control, and safety.
- Assist the project team in the completion of designated projects.
- Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, construction engineering/management, or a closely related field.
- Within 18 months of graduation.
- Ability to work 40 hours a week for at least a three-month term.
- Ability to read and understand contracts, specifications, and architectural and engineering drawings.
- General knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methods.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Location & details#
- Locations: Des Moines, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Kansas City, MO.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Ryan Companies US, Inc. is a real estate firm that handles construction, architecture, engineering, development, and capital markets. Founded in 1938, the company operates as a privately held organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It employs 1,872 people across multiple office locations in the United States. The firm manages projects that include design, financing, and property management services.
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