Civil Design Engineer

Job Title:

Civil Design Engineer

The Civil Design Engineer supports the planning, design, and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects by developing detailed civil designs, preparing project documentation, and collaborating closely with project teams and stakeholders. This role applies foundational civil engineering principles to create practical, buildable solutions and contributes to project success through strong technical skills, clear communication, and proactive problem solving. The position offers a clear pathway for growth into high-level observer and construction management responsibilities, with opportunities to gain certifications and develop into a local project leader.

• Participate in project meetings and clearly communicate technical information related to assigned work.
• Develop complete project, system, and component designs to support construction and engineering efforts.
• Coordinate and manage the detailed tasks required to deliver high-quality engineering services on time and within scope.
• Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules for a variety of engineering assignments.
• Produce comprehensive project documentation and deliverables that meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders throughout project execution to support effective collaboration and decision making.
• Conduct technical evaluations or testing activities and interpret data to inform engineering decisions and recommendations.
• Identify engineering and construction issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective, practical solutions.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals and supporting materials to pursue new work or project funding opportunities.
• Work under broad direction while seeking guidance for unique, complex, or conflicting design and technical issues.
• Apply foundational civil engineering principles, standards, and methodologies to support the successful delivery of construction projects.
• observer and construction manager responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of one relevant internship in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• Foundational knowledge of civil design principles and standards.
• Experience or familiarity with civil design tools such as Civil 3D, Open Roads, and Micro Station.
• Ability to perform civil and transportation design tasks under professional guidance.
• Strong motivation and problem‑solving abilities with a proactive, energetic approach to project work.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce high‑quality technical and analytical writing.
• Ability to work independently with a strong sense of responsibility and urgency to meet client expectations.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development and awareness of current industry practices.

• Preferred Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining it.
• Experience or coursework in transportation design.
• observer and construction manager roles.
• A desire to grow into a local project leader through ongoing learning, feedback, and expanded responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams.

This position is primarily office-based, providing a professional environment focused on collaborative civil engineering design and project delivery. The role includes occasional field visits to project sites, offering direct exposure to active construction and infrastructure environments. Work is performed onsite in regional offices located in Urbandale or Cedar Rapids, with regular interaction among engineers, project staff, and external stakeholders. The environment supports hands‑on learning, mentorship, and professional growth, with access to industry‑standard civil design software and tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some…