Entry Level Construction Project Engineer - Cedar Rapids

About the Role

Vector Construction, a Structural Group Company, integrates technology-driven, engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. Vector Construction's capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures, as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout the United States, and as a signatory to local, national, and international labor union agreements, Vector Construction has the track record and experience to meet our customers’ specialty contracting needs.

Our Project Engineer Career Development (PECD) program is a cornerstone of our growth and development philosophy. With an emphasis on in-field learning and development, Project Engineers will master critical construction skills, including:

• Scheduling and production rate tracking
• Estimating and budget preparation & project cost control
• Safety management
• Quality control
• Business development and client relations
• Field resource management

The goal of the PECD program is to develop people into company leaders. The program is structured with a competency-based approach and an emphasis on individual mentorship. Project Engineers build experience across multiple competencies before being promoted into the career path they desire – project management, estimating, construction management and more.

Vector's Cedar Rapids team focuses primarily on intricate cathodic protection work with a focus on the long-term protection of concrete.

This role will require heavy travel – upwards of 70% of the year to job sites across the East and South of the United States.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree is required. Preference for Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field of study. Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. Minimum of one relevant internship experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional documentation and organizational skills. Aptitude for solving problems. Reliable transportation from the office to job sites.

PECD Program providing hands-on development. Internal career flexibility.

Continuing education reimbursement. Bonus structure dependent on performance. Cell-phone reimbursement.

401(k) with a 6% company match, eligible upon hire. 15 days of vacation upon hire. Wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, FSA, etc.

Vector Construction is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.

EOE/M/F/D/V.