Iowa Branch Manager

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength.

Iowa Branch Manager

Lead and grow Benesch’s Transportation practice in Iowa. The successful candidate will open a new office, build a new team, develop client relationships across the state, and report to the Division Manager.

Areas of Responsibility Include

• Lead, manage, and grow the Iowa-based transportation practice.
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives, including expansion of a multi-disciplinary transportation practice.
• Develop and manage relationships with existing and new clients.
• Represent Benesch at industry events and professional organizations.
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits.
• Build strategic partnerships to pursue future projects.
• Demonstrate a proven record of effectively directing multiple concurrent projects and pursuits.
• Be accountable for sales and operational KPIs in the Iowa market.
• Review and verify scopes of work, budgets, and schedules.
• Actively recruit, interview, and hire high-level transportation practice talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of industry experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer license in Iowa or AICP certification preferred.
• Strong background working with the Iowa DOT and advanced experience with at least one Bureau; local agency experience is a plus.
• Located in Iowa with availability for statewide meetings and industry events.
• Ability to write and prepare effective project proposals and non-technical documents.
• Deep understanding of state and local design standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to captivate audiences.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with a track record of adhering to contractual requirements.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules, delivering projects on time and within scope.
• Accounting and scheduling skills to manage projects effectively.
• Collaborative teamwork and ability to drive collective success.

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch

We prioritize employee health and wellness and offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that can be customized to meet personal and family needs.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, Linked In Learning, and internal training sessions.
• Personalized career development plans.
• Funding for professional organization memberships and certifications.
• Support for active participation in professional organizations.

Retirement Benefits

• Access to retirement planning tools and education.
• Potential up to 9% contribution to a 401(k) plan, including profit‑sharing and matching.

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules, including work-from-home options where applicable.
• Generous Paid Time Benefits that increase with career progression.
• Paid parental leave of ten days for birth, adoption, or foster placement.

Employee Engagement

• Participation in employee resource groups, committees, and community service initiatives.
• Support for community scholarships and matching gift programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Benesch is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination against protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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We will accept applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or impairment.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Civil Engineering

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