Project Civil Engineer
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listed on 2026-01-07
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Job Summary
The Foth Companies offers a competitive pay range of $/yr - $/yr
. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Foth is a 100% member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 31 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges
. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values‑based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. Join a smart, caring team of colleagues at Foth
.
Civil Engineer
We are seeking an innovative and results‑driven Civil Engineer to lead project teams focused on large‑scale civil site development from conceptual planning through construction. This role will preferably be located in one of our offices in the Midwest United States
. A highly qualified candidate may be considered for a fully remote position.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead large‑scale multi‑discipline civil site design and construction activities across various industries.
- Oversee the completion of technical engineering activities from strategic planning through project closure.
- Prepare feasibility studies and technical design reports, including engineering cost estimating.
- Understand and interpret design and construction specifications.
- Oversee the preparation of construction drawings for projects including site grading, paving, utilities, storm water systems, wastewater collection, and water distribution systems.
- Engage and collaborate with diverse technical service areas across Foth to provide unique engineering solutions.
- Participate in regular and impromptu client meetings serving as a trusted and reliable partner.
- Delegate tasks to a multi‑disciplined team of technicians, engineers, and scientists.
- Mentor and coach team members of various experience levels.
- Lead subcontractors for design and construction activities that Foth chooses not to self‑perform.
- Perform tasks such as field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, report writing, technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs.
- Prepare and collaborate on design drawings using CADD principles.
- Lead and/or support the development of design standards and best practices.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) License.
- 7+ years of hands‑on engineering experience, including design, permitting, and feasibility studies for civil site design projects that include public/private utilities, stormwater, roadways, and grading.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience partnering with clients as an engineering consultant.
- 10+ years of experience planning, designing, and constructing civil site design projects.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- Experience with large‑scale site design of industrial, manufacturing, and/or production facilities.
- Established Reputation
: 100% member‑owned with over 85 years of success. - Dynamic Culture
:
Values‑based, client‑centered, flexible work environment with ample professional growth opportunities. - Challenging Projects
:
Diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.
In addition to base compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On‑the‑Spot bonuses. Exempt members are also eligible for quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full‑time and part‑time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, and several other voluntary benefits. Regular full‑time members are also eligible for paid time off.
Please reach out to the recruiting team to discuss any specific benefits or compensation questions.
All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national…
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