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Senior Civil Engineer; Minneapolis

Job in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55400, USA
Listing for: Burns & McDonnell
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-31
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 140000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 140000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Civil Engineer (Minneapolis)

Description

By aligning individual passions with opportunities, Burns & McDonnell provides unbridled professional growth for the best talent in the industry. Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to take control of their career potential in our Upper Midwest Region. This position will partner with a multi-discipline team to develop designs of electrical substations to support the safe and reliable delivery of electricity.

Opportunities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Thinking creatively to address the complex challenges faced by municipal, cooperative, and investor-owned utilities, developers, and other transmission asset owners.

  • Innovating project approach to optimize safety, schedule, and profitability.

  • Participate in developing project schedules, scope, budgets, staffing plans, and construction plans.

  • Mentoring less experienced engineers in their technical and professional development.

  • Performing quality control reviews for other engineers and designers.

  • Developing innovative processes, tools, and design solutions.

  • Leading/Overseeing site grading and stormwater management designs.

  • Leading/Overseeing the development of permitting documentation.

  • Supporting clients during permitting and construction.

  • Performing field inspections and compliance documentation.

  • Leading a team of multi-discipline professionals to ensure project success.

  • Presenting designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, public interest groups, etc.

  • Preparation of construction documents, including plans, specifications, and permitting documents, which may include model outputs, exhibits, and correspondence.

  • Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling with the ability to adapt to various site conditions.

  • Corresponding and/or meeting with clients, contractors, and vendors.

  • Leading project proposal efforts.

  • Advancing into leadership roles.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of civil engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

  • Or Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of civil engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

  • Or Master's degree in Civil Engineering and 6 years of civil engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

  • Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, Micro Station, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.

  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.

  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.

  • Ability to travel.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Compensation

$- Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:
Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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