Engineering Construction Manager

Industrial Construction Engineering Manager | Onsite | Direct Hire | Omaha, NE What Matters Most • Competitive annual salary • Direct hire opportunity with relocation assistance available for the right candidate • Leadership role managing both in-house engineers and third-party design firms • Hands-on position supporting large-scale EPC and industrial construction projects • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) Job Description • Join a privately held industrial construction firm as an Engineering Manager • This role blends technical expertise with leadership, managing a small internal team and external engineering partners while remaining actively involved in design and project coordination • The Engineering Manager will ensure engineering deliverables align with project schedules, budgets, and construction execution needs • Ideal for a mechanical engineering leader who thrives in a field-driven, collaborative environment and wants to make a visible impact on complex industrial projects Responsibilities • Oversee and contribute to engineering design and execution for industrial construction projects • Manage and mentor a team of 4–5 internal engineers and coordinate third-party engineering subcontractors • Maintain alignment between engineering output and construction schedules • Visit job sites as needed to resolve technical issues and support field operations • Lead team meetings, client communications, and project reviews Qualifications and Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred • 8–10+ years of experience in Industrial or EPC construction project environments • Strong understanding of structural, mechanical, and civil systems in industrial applications • Proven ability to lead teams and manage subcontractor performance • Skilled communicator with the ability to collaborate across engineering, project management, and field operations • Proficiency in Autodesk and Microsoft Office tools; familiarity with project scheduling software a plus • Willingness to travel as needed (approximately once per month on average) Benefits and Perks • Competitive annual salary • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • Paid holidays and PTO • Relocation assistance available Your New Organization Join a well-established, privately held EPC and construction services provider supporting industrial, infrastructure, and energy markets across the U.S. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, combining engineering precision with field execution excellence. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals dedicated to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Your Career Partner The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. In the spirit of pay transparency, we want to share the base salary range for this position is not including benefits, potential bonuses, or additional compensation. If you are hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. In addition, we also believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.