Project Engineer – Industrial Construction
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Client: Blahnik Construction | Industrial General Contractor
We’re excited to partner with the owners of Blahnik Construction, a well-established industrial general contractor serving Eastern Iowa, in the search for a Project Engineer to support their estimating, project management, and field operations. This role offers hands-on experience in bidding, procurement, and the execution of large-scale industrial projects.
This is a direct opportunity to be part of a union construction team managing projects within an 80-mile radius of Cedar Rapids.
Why Join Blahnik Construction?
- Competitive Pay: $75,000+ (dependent on experience); lower range for new graduates.
- Union Benefits + Paid Vacation
- Bonus Opportunities
What You’ll Do
Estimating & Preconstruction:
- Assist in project estimating, including bid take-offs from client drawings and scope documents
- Participate in pre-bid walk-throughs with project managers and superintendents
- Learn estimating procedures and vendor relationships to support accurate, competitive bids
- Draft bid letters and scopes of work
Project Operations & Support:
- Support project managers with pre-job planning and execution
- Procure materials and supplies for projects and warehouse needs
- Coordinate job site logistics, deliveries, and field documentation
- Ensure safety requirements and protocols are in place and followed
- Conduct site visits to monitor safety, quality, and project progress
- Assist with staffing coordination and issue resolution
- Contribute to project closeout, final documentation, and invoice generation
Who You Are:
- Self-motivated & adaptable – comfortable with shifting priorities and field demands
- Strong communicator & team player – work effectively with project teams, vendors, and clients
- Detail-oriented & analytical – supports accurate estimating, cost tracking, and field coordination
What You Bring:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered
- Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; experience with Bluebeam, Excel, and Microsoft Project preferred (training provided)
- Industry Experience: Prior industrial construction experience is a plus but not required for motivated candidates eager to learn.
❗ Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
If you’re a driven construction professional ready to take ownership of challenging industrial projects, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Apply today for confidential consideration.
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