Ready for a Purpose-Built Career?

For over 60 years, O'Brien Construction has worked to enhance the quality of our communities through our expertise as team builders and constructors, specializing in multi-family housing, municipal and commercial buildings. We are a Construction Manager and General Contractor with a mission to develop lasting relationships built on mutual trust and respect.

O’Brien Construction builds so much more than senior living and multifamily housing. We’re building trust, pride, and a better world than it was yesterday – one job at a time. Because that’s what it means to be Purpose Built!

Building a career is like building anything else - it takes the right plan, the right team and the right commitment. When you work with O’Brien Construction, we can promise you will: accomplish work you’ll be proud of, work with great people, and grow both the community and your career!

About the Role:

Project Engineers at O'Brien Construction work alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, and Estimators to support the successful execution of construction projects, from pre-construction through final completion and close-out. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer ready to take ownership of project details and contribute to work that is delivered on time, on budget, and built to a high standard. This role will support an upcoming ground-up project in Bettendorf, IA with additional work to follow across the state of Iowa.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and plans.
• Manage document control, including submittals, RFIs, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure timely material deliveries and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Assist with estimating extra work, preparing correspondence, and expediting project tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and quality standards.
• Proactively identify and resolve project challenges.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Participate in the Job Rotation Program to gain valuable experience in various construction disciplines (Assistant Superintendent, Assistant Estimator, Assistant Project Manager).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction-related software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong work ethic and a desire to learn and grow within the construction industry.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career advancement.

Ready to join our team? Submit your resume today!

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