Construction Jobs in Omaha, NE
Construction jobs in Omaha are concentrated in the Midtown Corridor, the fast-growing Aksarben Village district, and the Missouri riverfront redevelopment zone, with strong demand across residential building, commercial development, and infrastructure work. Employers hiring right now include Mortenson Construction, TelCom Construction, and B&B Concrete. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Ready to lead meaningful projects—and still have room to grow?
At Terracon, we’re looking for a Construction Materials Testing Project Manager / Engineer who wants ownership of their projects, direct client interaction, and a clear path for continued professional growth. If you enjoy solving real-world construction challenges, supporting teams in the field, and seeing your work make a visible impact on communities, this could be a great next step.
We’re hiring for our Omaha Construction Materials team, where collaboration, technical quality, and safety come first—and where experienced professionals still get room to grow.
Why Terracon?
- Career growth: Learn from senior PMs and take on increasing responsibility
- Project variety: Work across industries and project types
- People-first culture: Safety, collaboration, and professional integrity drive how we work
- Community impact: Be part of projects that visibly improve the places where people live and work
In this role, you’ll manage construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion. You’ll work closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams to make sure projects are delivered safely, accurately, and on budget.
You’ll:
- Manage moderately complex construction materials projects and client relationships
- Review construction plans and specifications and verify compliance in the field
- Analyze and interpret laboratory and field test data
- Prepare proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
- Track project progress and communicate findings and recommendations to clients
- Mentor junior staff and support field personnel
- Partner with senior project managers on larger or more complex projects
- Participate in business development and client relationship-building efforts
Projects may support public works, transportation, commercial, energy, industrial, or communications infrastructure.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience in construction materials, testing, or related services
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred (but not required):
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- ICC or NICET certifications
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Ready to lead meaningful projects—and still have room to grow?
At Terracon, we’re looking for a Construction Materials Testing Project Manager / Engineer who wants ownership of their projects, direct client interaction, and a clear path for continued professional growth. If you enjoy solving real-world construction challenges, supporting teams in the field, and seeing your work make a visible impact on communities, this could be a great next step.
We’re hiring for our Omaha Construction Materials team, where collaboration, technical quality, and safety come first—and where experienced professionals still get room to grow.
Why Terracon?
- Career growth: Learn from senior PMs and take on increasing responsibility
- Project variety: Work across industries and project types
- People-first culture: Safety, collaboration, and professional integrity drive how we work
- Community impact: Be part of projects that visibly improve the places where people live and work
In this role, you’ll manage construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion. You’ll work closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams to make sure projects are delivered safely, accurately, and on budget.
You’ll:
- Manage moderately complex construction materials projects and client relationships
- Review construction plans and specifications and verify compliance in the field
- Analyze and interpret laboratory and field test data
- Prepare proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
- Track project progress and communicate findings and recommendations to clients
- Mentor junior staff and support field personnel
- Partner with senior project managers on larger or more complex projects
- Participate in business development and client relationship-building efforts
Projects may support public works, transportation, commercial, energy, industrial, or communications infrastructure.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience in construction materials, testing, or related services
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred (but not required):
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- ICC or NICET certifications
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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How do I get a construction job in Omaha?
Targeting the right Omaha employers and project types gives you the strongest start. General contractors working on downtown mixed-use developments, the ongoing riverfront redevelopment, and suburban residential builds in west Omaha neighborhoods like Elkhorn and Millard are actively hiring across trades and project management. Candidates with hands-on site experience in those project categories, plus familiarity with local subcontractor relationships, consistently stand out in Omaha's market.
Which companies hire constructions in Omaha?
Employers hiring constructions in Omaha right now include Mortenson Construction, TelCom Construction, and B&B Concrete, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Omaha's construction employer base ranges from large regional general contractors managing commercial and institutional projects to mid-size specialty subcontractors focused on the city's steady pipeline of infrastructure, healthcare facility, and mixed-use residential work.
Are there remote construction jobs in Omaha?
Yes, but only for certain roles, since most construction work is inherently on-site and hands-on. About 17% of construction openings tied to Omaha are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting positions where remote work is possible. In Omaha, the roles most likely to offer any remote flexibility are project estimators, construction managers handling administrative coordination, and design-build planning roles tied to the city's commercial development activity.
How can I get a construction job in Omaha with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Omaha is through a labor or general helper role with a regional general contractor working on residential subdivisions in the western suburbs or commercial builds downtown. Omaha's union locals, including those affiliated with the Building Trades Council, offer registered apprenticeships that pay from day one, making them a strong option for candidates without prior experience. Showing up consistently, demonstrating physical reliability, and learning a specific trade skill on the job accelerates advancement here faster than credentials alone.
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