Mechanical Foreman

Loenbro; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company  匹

PTO and holiday pay

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Loenbro is seeking a Mechanical Foreman for onsite work in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will plan, schedule, and supervise mechanical construction projects up to $10M, coordinating with Project Managers and craft supervision.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in industrial/construction, 4+ years in leadership, and proficiency with MS Office. OSHA 30 certification and 75% travel are required.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial & commercial construction.
• 4+ years in a leadership role overseeing mechanical trades.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Completion of OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training.
• Ability to travel at least 75% of the time.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review project schedules with Superintendents/Foreman and keep critical activities on track.
• Oversee field activities for industrial construction projects from setup to closeout.
• Document field issues affecting budget, quality or schedule and report to PM.
• Respond to subcontractor field issues affecting budget, quality or schedule.
• Supervise daily work of employees and ensure conformance with contract requirements.
• Verify safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of finished work.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure timely, cost-effective completion.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

Engineering or Construction Management Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HCSS Heavy Job

Primavera P6

Viewpoint

HeavyBid

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Foreman

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Midwest
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Onsite)
Reports to: General Superintendent
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long‑term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long‑standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, scheduling, employee oversite, and management of industrial mechanical construction projects up to $10M in value. Assists Project Manager in coordinating activities of employees engaged in construction process, utilizing knowledge of equipment, techniques, procedures, and specifications.This position is responsible for assisting craft supervision to coordinating activities of workers engaged in construction process, utilizing knowledge of equipment, techniques, procedures, and specifications.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Review project schedules with Superintendents/Foreman. Ensure that critical activities and decisions remain on schedule for the project management team.
• Oversee field specific activities for industrial construction projects from setup to closeout related to the industries that Industrial Construction serves energy, power, mining, manufacturing, pharma, etc.
• Document project field issues that impact budget, quality, or schedule, and provide to the project management team.
• Respond to subcontractor requests for field issues that impact budget, quality, or schedule.
• Supervises the daily work of employees.
• Verifies conformance of finished work product, including overseeing compliance with all contract requirements.
• Ensure all safety and environmental requirements are met.
• Coordination of all labor, equipment, and subcontractor resources with Project subordinates and other Loenbro companies to ensure timely, cost-effective completion of project.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Engineering or Construction Management Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction of industrial & Commercial projects.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a leadership role overseeing mechanical craft trades.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office products.
• Completion of OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training.
• Ability to travel at least 75% of the time.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred:

• Experience with HCSS Heavy Job or similar job costing program.
• Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software.
• Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software.
• Experience with Heavy Bid or similar estimating software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)
• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time monthly for required tasks
• Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following: Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of two miles per day.
• Standing.
• Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
• use of respirator if position requires.
• Driving if required to travel.

Work Environment:

• Outside most of the time.
• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures.
• Mining environment.
• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels.
• Limited working surfaces.
• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors.
• Exposure to areas with limited visibility.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer