Project Engineer Industrial Construction

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


• 100% Company Paid Health, Vision and Dental insurance 


• Eligible for 401k with up to 4% Company Match


• 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.

KSI’s Talent Acquisition Team partners with companies like Blahnik Construction to assist with their hiring needs. All positions are direct-to-hire opportunities with the employer.