Construction Engineering Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

A Construction Engineer is a key professional in the construction industry, responsible for designing, planning, managing, and overseeing construction projects. Their work can range from constructing buildings, bridges, and roads to managing water supply systems and sewage treatment plants. They apply the principles of civil engineering to ensure that the structures are safe, sustainable, and of the highest quality. Additionally, they are in charge of managing budgets, hiring subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time.

Important skills for a Construction Engineer include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. They should be proficient with relevant software applications and have a firm understanding of construction materials, methods, and codes. Certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or the Professional Engineer (PE) license can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Construction Engineer, individuals can hold roles such as a Construction Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Site Engineer, all of which provide an essential foundation in understanding the planning and execution of construction projects.

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Developmental Engineer

  • Papillion, NE (12 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Papillion, NE (12 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

ADVANCING OUR OPERATIONS In order for us to complete our missions, our technology simply cannot fail. Covering a wide range of specialties ranging from aeronautical and computer systems to flight...

Senior Bridge Design Project Engineer V

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 10 hours ago

management....

Commercial Building Engineer

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 19 hours ago

Our client, a leader in facility management, is seeking a Commercial Building Engineer to join their team. As a Commercial Building Engineer, you will be part of the maintenance department...

Water Resources Engineer - Entry Level - WR0014

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig Water Resources Engineer - Entry Level - WR0014 in Omaha , Nebraska Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is hiring for a self-starting, energetic entry-level Water Resources...

Engineer II - Plant Engineering

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Provide all Project Management duties, to include the preparation of change orders and pay estimates, compliance with funding and permitting regulations as required, and final closeout documentation...

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Senior Network Engineer

  • Bellevue, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview FedWriters is building a team to provide IT Architecture & Engineering Support for USSTRATCOM/J61's Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4) IT engineering activities. As a...

Test Engineer

  • Bellevue, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Title: Test Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence...

Software Dev Engineer II - Mail Intelligence

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

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Senior-Level Network Engineer - Offutt, AFB; Must have an active NEW

  • Offutt AFB, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Offutt AFB, NE (7 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior-Level Network Engineer - Offutt, AFB; Must have an active Synertex LLC View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Hardware Offutt AFB, NE...

Instrumentation Engineer

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Skills Minimum associate's degree in construction management or civil engineering. Experience in mapping and civil surveying and design. 1-5 years of commercial construction experience....

Stationary Engineer

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Provides support to maintain Power Plant operations. $3000.00 HIRING BONUS!! 40 HOURS VACATION available upon hire Shift: Floater - full time, must be available to cover any shift for scheduled...

HPC/AI - Kubernetes Engineer

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary HPC/AI Engineer (Federal) Job Summary: The HPC AI Engineer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the High-Performance Computing (HPC) and AI...

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Structural Engineer locations Des Moines, IA Rock Island, IL Madison, WI Omaha, NE time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-14580 Are you Ready to Engineer Your...

Plant Engineer II / FT, Sun - Th, 11:00 pm-7:30 am

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Schedule: FT, Sun - Th, 11:00 pm-7:30 am At Children's, the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose...

Industrial Engineer

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 6 days ago

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading...

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in Council Bluffs, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Construction Engineerings in Council Bluffs, IA
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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