Project Manager - Mechanical

Loenbro; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

PTO and holiday pay

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Loenbro seeks a Project Manager to lead industrial construction projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. This onsite role coordinates engineering and field teams, manages schedules and budgets, and ensures safety and quality across high-tech, mining, and oil & gas sectors.

Preferred engineering or construction management degree; at least 3 years in industrial construction and 2 years in mechanical PM, with travel up to 75%. Proficiency in scheduling/costing tools and a clean driving record are expected.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial construction.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Project Manager in the Mechanical field.
• Experience with scheduling and costing software a plus.
• Key safety training and clean driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee industrial construction projects from set up to close out.
• Recruit, manage and lead project teams including engineers and field staff.
• Supervise daily work and ensure conformance to contract requirements.
• Coordinate labor, equipment and subcontractors for timely completion.
• Ensure safety and environmental requirements are met.
• Align with other Loenbro teams to optimize resources and costs.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Scheduling

Safety Compliance

Communication

Education

Engineering or Construction Management Degree

Tools

HCSS Heavy Job

P6

Viewpoint

Heavy Bid

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Midwest
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Onsite)
Reports to:Project Executive
Employment Type: Full-time
FLSA Classification: 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, estimating, employee oversite, and management of industrial construction projects. 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. Must be able to pass pre-employment and on-going drug/alcohol testing.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Oversee industrial construction projects from set up to close out related to the industrial, high tech, mining, and O&G construction industries.
• Responsible for recruiting, managing and leading teams of employees, including Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Superintendent and Foreman.
• Supervises the daily work of employees.
• Verifies conformance of finished work product, including overseeing compliance with all contract requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring 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.
• Assures all employees within the team know and follow the company safety and work rules and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Engineering or Construction Management Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the construction of industrial projects.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Project Manager in the Mechanical field.

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.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office products.
• Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training.
• Ability to travel at least 75% of the time.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

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.

Work Environment:

• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures.
• Manufacturing, pipeline, and refining 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 byCore Values (LEAD), grounded ingritand acommitment to excellence, Loenbrobettersour families, customers, andlocalcommunities. If you are ready to be part of a company thatLEADSby:

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer