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Mortenson

Quality Engineer I or II

Cedar Rapids, IA

$89K - $120K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or ... The base pay range for this role is $76,600 - $95,800 Quality Engineer II * MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Mortenson

Quality Engineer I or II

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$89K - $120K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or ... The base pay range for this role is $76,600 - $95,800 Quality Engineer II * MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil engineer base in Iowa is $77,652.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,400.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license often preferredBachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering, PE license usually required
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, design offices, urban planningDesign offices, construction sites, structural analysis labs
Industry UsageBroadly used across infrastructure, transportation, and urban developmentSpecialized in designing and analyzing structures like buildings and bridges

While both Civil Engineers and Structural Engineers work within the civil engineering field, Civil Engineer Base roles focus on a wide range of infrastructure projects, whereas Structural Engineers specialize in designing and analyzing structural components. Civil Engineers often handle project management and site supervision, while Structural Engineers concentrate on ensuring structural safety and integrity. Both roles require similar credentials and often collaborate on projects, but their core responsibilities differ based on specialization.

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Quality Engineer I or IIQuality Engineer I or II Quality Engineer I or II

M. A. Mortenson Company

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$76.60 - $120.80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Mortenson rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking a Quality Engineer that will be responsible for quality control processes on a project for assigned scopes of work, potentially partnering with senior quality managers on larger projects, while managing, monitoring, reporting, and analyzing project quality performance and leading corrective/preventive actions.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Responsibilities
  • Foster strong teamwork orientation and promote diversity
  • Build strong cross‑cultural relationships and influence others at all levels, resolving cross‑cultural conflicts appropriately
  • Serve as a technical resource and guide for project team staff
  • Implement the Quality Management Plan and system for all assigned divisions of work from notice to proceed through final acceptance
  • Oversee quality inspection of materials and work, conduct quality inspections, and identify non‑conformances with project requirements
  • Manage Non‑Conformance Notices (NCN) and the Request for Information (RFI) process through corrective actions
  • Train and manage project personnel on their roles, responsibilities, and processes to support Mortenson’s Quality System
  • Discuss and resolve technical issues with customers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring design documents meet customer requirements
  • Capture and share best practices used on the project, and identify opportunities to enhance margin or minimize risk through means‑and‑methods or material selection
  • Effectively work and build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum one year of experience within the design, engineering, or construction industry
  • Current driver’s license
  • Ability to conduct constructability reviews, quality reviews of design documents, shop drawing reviews, and submittal reviews for assigned scopes of work
  • Knowledge of the design‑bid‑build process
  • Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge in the use of large cranes, mechanical systems, and utility‑based medium and high voltage electrical systems
  • Self‑starter, independent worker, and computer literate
  • Strong teamwork orientation
  • Basic knowledge of construction processes, systems, and project management
  • Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback
Pay & Benefits

Quality Engineer I – Base pay range: $76,600 – $95,800. Quality Engineer II – Base pay range: $89,500 – $120,800 (Actual range is higher for Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

A few benefits offered include:

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No‑Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program
Visa

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

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About M. A. Mortenson

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M. A. Mortenson is a prominent name in the construction industry, based out of Minneapolis, MN, US. Established in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson Sr., the company has over six decades of experience offering construction services that have contributed to building lasting infrastructures across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, corporate, and sports. Mortenson has proven its exceptional expertise through a range of complex building and facility projects across the US fulfilling the customer's specifications and exceeding their expectations. Moreover, the company's core values are outlined as ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘We Before I’, ‘Inspire What’s Possible’, and ‘In it for the long haul’.

Industry

Manufacturing and construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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