MEP Project Engineer

Suffolk Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking a Project Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role assists in managing project information and supporting quality control, site logistics, and documentation processes.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience, along with demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent construction management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and aptitude.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Assist with document control and Exhibit Bs.
• Read and understand basic shop drawings.
• Support quality control and punch list process.
• Assist with safety requirements on the job.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

Job Information

Job ID: 2026-10875

Location: US-IA-Cedar Rapids

Type: Regular Full-Time

Category/Department: Project Management / Project Executive

Job Overview

The Project Engineer, MEP assists in managing, evaluating, and assessing information necessary to construct the project on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with document control and Exhibit Bs
• Read and understand basic shop drawings and compare them to project documents. Verification of shop drawings to field conditions
• Assist in maintenance of project file
• Support the quality control and punch list process
• Assist with site logistics and Construction Management Plan
• Assist with establishing and maintaining vertical and horizontal control on the project
• Assist with safety requirements on the job
• Assist with the Baseline Schedule updates
• Assist Superintendent with project documentation including the Daily Report

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent construction management experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills and aptitude.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
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Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total compensation package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.