Salary: Dependent on Experience Project Engineer Industrial Construction Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Client: Blahnik Construction | Industrial General Contractor

Were 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 Youll 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: Bachelors 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 youre a driven construction professional ready to take ownership of challenging industrial projects, wed love to hear from you. Apply today for confidential consideration.

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