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JLL

Facilities Capital Engineer

Davenport, IA · On-site

OVERVIEW - Facilities Capital Engineer JLL is seeking aFacilities Capital Engineerto join our team ... Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and other applicable building codes and standards

HDR

Iowa Site Civil Team Lead

Des Moines, IA · On-site

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the ...

JLL

Facilities Capital Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

OVERVIEW - Facilities Capital Engineer JLL is seeking aFacilities Capital Engineerto join our team ... Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and other applicable building codes and standards

CCS Facility Services

Day Porter PT

Mount Vernon, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

About CCS CCS Facility Services is one of the largest building service contractors in the United States, providing expert janitorial and facility engineering services to thousands of commercial ...

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Day Porter PT

Mount Vernon, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

About CCS CCS Facility Services is one of the largest building service contractors in the United States, providing expert janitorial and facility engineering services to thousands of commercial ...

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How much do building engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for building engineer in Iowa is $30.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.94 and $34.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges building engineers face in managing multiple facility systems simultaneously?

Building Engineers often oversee several complex systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing within a facility. A common challenge is prioritizing urgent repairs while maintaining routine preventative maintenance schedules. Effective time management and communication with other departments are essential to minimize downtime and ensure building occupants’ comfort and safety. Collaboration with vendors and contractors also plays a key role when resolving specialized system issues.

What is the difference between Building Engineer vs Facility Technician?

AspectBuilding EngineerFacility Technician
CertificationsHVAC, electrical, plumbing licensesHVAC, electrical, plumbing certifications
Work EnvironmentCommercial, industrial buildings, maintenanceBuilding systems, equipment repair, preventive maintenance
Employer & IndustryProperty management, real estate, facilities managementFacilities management, maintenance services

Building Engineers and Facility Technicians often share certifications and work in similar environments, focusing on maintaining building systems. Building Engineers typically have broader responsibilities, including overseeing multiple systems and performing complex repairs, while Facility Technicians focus on specific equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Both roles are essential for building operations and are frequently searched together by employers and job seekers.

What is a building engineer?

A Building Engineer is a professional responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of a building's systems, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing, and structural components. They ensure that all systems function efficiently and safely, often performing regular inspections and troubleshooting issues as they arise. Building Engineers may work in residential, commercial, or industrial properties and coordinate with other contractors or technicians to address complex problems. Their role is essential for maintaining the comfort, safety, and value of a property.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a building engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Building Engineer, you need a solid understanding of building systems, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, typically supported by a relevant technical degree or certification. Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS), maintenance management software, and industry certifications such as EPA or LEED are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills help you efficiently address tenant needs and coordinate with contractors or facility managers. These competencies ensure building safety, operational efficiency, and occupant satisfaction in complex property environments.
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Infographic showing various Building Engineer job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,199 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

Managing Principal - Building Structures

HNTB

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you have the opportunity to build a career that is not only meaningful to you, but transformative for the communities we serve. For more than a century, HNTB has delivered some of the nation's most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - and with our historic growth across the country, this is a defining moment to help shape what comes next. As an employee-owned firm, we empower leaders who want to build something lasting.
This role is designed for a Managing Principal who is energized by growth, someone eager to expand the Building Structures practice into new markets, new clients, and new opportunities beyond our current footprint. You will lead a team of structural engineers responsible for the design, development, and delivery of structural solutions for sports, aviation, transit, and transportation infrastructure, while also serving as a catalyst for market expansion and business development.
The Managing Principal drives both practice performance and practice growth. This includes full accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality, as well as ownership of the group's financial health and alignment with office and division objectives. You will partner closely with leadership across the office and division to identify untapped markets, cultivate new client relationships, and apply HNTB's strategic sales and planning approaches to win work where we are not yet established.
Beyond pursuit leadership, this position is about building capability - coordinating project priorities, staffing plans, and resource strategies to support growth at scale. You will develop and mentor high-performing leaders, attract and retain top technical talent, and create an environment where teams can thrive while delivering exceptional client value. Managing Principals typically lead organizations of 25 people and often 40 or more through direct and indirect reports, making this a role with significant visibility, influence, and long term impact.
This is an opportunity for a leader who wants more than stewardship - someone ready to grow the business, shape the market, and leave a legacy.

What You'll Do:

  • Directs and supervises multiple studio locations within specialty market (Sports, Aviation, Transit, etc.).
  • Leads project pursuits and responsible for delivery priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the best design capabilities to meet their needs.
  • Implements and executes the firm's processed throughout the project lifecycle such as the Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA), Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA), Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) and Sophisticated Approach to People (SAP).
  • Manages group resources and is accountable for the group's sales, contributions, and earning goals, growth and hiring targets, and the success of each studio within their scope.
  • Recruits, hires, develops, and retains staff including performance and compensation reviews and succession planning.
  • Partners with or acts as Project Manager to ensure 4for4 delivery on every project - quality work, on time, on schedule, and to the client's satisfaction.
  • Serves as primary client liaison in developing, marketing, and maintaining key executive client relationships in accordance with office strategic plans.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or related field and 15 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

  • Demonstrated leadership and business development skills
  • Ability to develop, grow and lead high-performing teams
  • Strong organizational abilities and ability to establish delivery and quality control processes
  • Ability to successfully manage client relationships and deliver projects
  • Strong communication skills

What We Prefer:

  • SE and/or PE (multi-state licensure a plus)
  • Strong record of mentoring and developing senior technical staff
  • Experience in complex and signature building structures projects, such as commercial, institutional, aviation, transit or public facilities
  • Proven ability to originate, pursue, and win work beyond an existing client base
  • Demonstrated success in business development and growing a building structures practice, including expansion into new markets and client sectors
  • Established relationships with architects, developers, owners and public agencies, with the ability to open doors and create new client partnerships
  • Demonstrated ability to build and scale teams, including recruiting senior talent in competitive markets
  • Experience collaborating across disciplines (architecture, construction, transportation, aviation, etc.) to deliver quality solutions for clients
  • Experience working within a large, multi-office AEC organization while maintaining an entrepreneurial growth-oriented mindset

Additional Information

Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards

Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.#ET

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Locations:

Bellevue, WA (Seattle), Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Los Angeles, CA (Figueroa Street), Oklahoma City, OK, Overland Park, KS (Sprint Parkway), St. Louis, MO

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The approximate pay range for Los Angeles Metro Area and Orange County, CA is $207,686.38 - $331,758.78. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate pay range for the Greater Seattle, WA Metro Area is $207,686.38 - $331,758.78. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate nation wide pay range for this position is $180,596.86 - $360,607.36. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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About HNTB

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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