About the job

SHYFT is a General Contractor/Construction Manager based out of Des Moines, Iowa. Our mission is to provide our clients A Better Way to a Better Space. We have a creative, problem-solving culture where each team member goes beyond to influence projects from beginning to end.

SHYFT is searching for a Project Engineer to join our team. This role will play a key role in coordinating RFIs and submittals, managing document control, and related tasks.  In addition to traditional experience, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate at all levels of our services to best showcase our preferred project delivery methods. These opportunities include working directly with the leadership team and firm members in all disciplines, supplemented by client and consultant interaction through focused project work.

Summary

The Project Engineer (PE) supports the successful delivery of construction projects by

coordinating RFIs and submittals, managing document control, tracking procurement

and constraints, assisting with schedule and cost controls, and facilitating

communication between field and office. The PE serves as a technical resource

ensuring that work aligns with contract documents, specifications, and SHYFT quality,

safety, schedule, and cost objectives.

SHYFT Behaviors & Expectations

• Safety First: Promote and model a zero-incident mindset across all work

activities.

• Collaboration & Communication: Build strong relationships with field teams,

designers, trade partners, and clients; communicate clearly and proactively.

• Accountability & Integrity: Own outcomes, follow through, and uphold

professional standards in every interaction.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify process improvements and share lessons

learned to enhance project delivery.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Safety

Model SHYFT’s safety expectations; participate in safety walks; help track/document

safety measures and corrective actions.

2. Project Setup & Document Control

Establish and maintain project document control (drawings, specs, addenda, RFIs,

submittals, meeting minutes, as-builts). Ensure distribution of current documents and

compliance with NDAs where applicable.

3. RFIs

Create, log, route, and track RFIs; monitor due dates; clarify responsibilities; integrate

responses into drawings/documents; notify PM of potential scope impacts.

4. Submittals & Procurement

Develop and maintain submittal and procurement logs aligned to schedule milestones;

review for completeness and constructability; coordinate approvals; verify materials

delivered match requirements.

5. Schedule & Constraint Management

Assist with schedule development/updates; maintain procurement and action item

logs; surface and track constraints (e.g., tools, information, material, manpower,

equipment, safety, space), escalating risks and driving resolution.

6. Cost & Change Management

Support commitment writing, cost tracking, and change management (collection,

pricing, routing, and approvals) in coordination with the PM.

7. Quality & Constructability

Support QA/QC processes; review submittals/drawings for accuracy and

constructability; provide field problem-solving and coordinate with design teams to

maintain design intent and quality standards.

8. Field & Stakeholder Coordination

Facilitate day-to-day coordination with superintendents, trade partners, and vendors;

support punchlist and warranty processes; contribute to positive client relationships.

9. Closeout

Assist in project closeout including final documentation, O&M submission, training

coordination, financial reconciliation support, and lessons-learned capture.

10. Training & Mentorship

Support onboarding of interns/co-ops and share best practices with project teams.

To apply: submit a cover letter and resume to careers@shyftcollective.com

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