Project Engineer,Trenchless Services Job Dubuque area,Iowa USA,Engineering

General Responsibilities Multiple office locations across Iowa, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, and Minnesota

Cedar Rapids, IA
Des Moines, IA
Omaha, NE
Lincoln, NE
Bismarck, ND
Fargo, ND
Minneapolis, MN

General Responsibilities Multiple office locations across Iowa, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, and Minnesota Location options:

Cedar Falls, IA

Bettendorf, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Des Moines, IA
Dubuque, IA
Omaha, NE
Lincoln, NE
Bismarck, ND
Fargo, ND
Sioux Falls, SD
Minneapolis, MN

Are you a Professional Engineer who enjoys solving complex subsurface challenges and leading infrastructure projects? In this role, you’ll provide engineering and consulting services for underground utility projects while working in teams and shaping project success from planning through construction.

This position blends technical expertise, leadership, and hands-on field involvement
, offering meaningful responsibility and visibility on projects that directly impact communities and critical infrastructure.
In this position, you’ll have
flexibility to be based out of multiple Midwest offices.

Why This Role

Flexibility to work from multiple Midwest office locations
Lead technically challenging work with real-world impact
Opportunity to mentor and learn from others to continue expanding your expertise
Exposure to a wide variety of subsurface construction methods and project types
Collaborative environment that values safety, quality, and professional growth

Essential

Roles And Responsibilities What You’ll Work On

You’ll support underground and trenchless construction efforts across a range of infrastructure systems, including:

Electrical and communications utilities
Gas pipelines
Stormwater, wastewater, and water conveyance systems

Your work will span investigation, analysis, design support, and construction-phase consulting.

Your Impact In This Role, You Will

Lead and mentor engineers and technical staff on medium to large, complex projects
Plan and oversee field investigations and laboratory testing programs
Perform trenchless engineering analyses and calculations
Develop trenchless design and construction recommendations
Prepare and review technical reports, design drawings, and specifications
Serve as a technical resource during construction
Partner with project managers on proposals, cost estimating, and project tracking

You’ll regularly communicate engineering concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Leadership, Safety & Quality

Model and promote a strong safety culture across all project activities
Identify project risks early and contribute to effective risk management strategies
Lead pre-task planning and ensure teams follow established safety guidelines
Monitor project quality and continuously refine project practices

Requirements What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (Master’s preferred)
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience and/or Educational Background supporting trenchless and subsurface infrastructure projects
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with engineering software and spreadsheets (CAD/Microstation experience is desirable)
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically for project work

Project Engineer, Trenchless Services