Engineering consulting firm offering planning, design & construction services across the US Midwest & Southwest.
Entry-level civil engineer supporting municipal/transportation projects under senior supervision.
12 days ago ago
$65,000 - $70,000
Entry-level
Full Time
Urbandale, IA
Onsite
Company Size
300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Design
Construction engineering
Civil engineering
Environmental services
Land surveying
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Construction Engineering
Structural Inspection
Environmental Services
Stormwater Management
Green Infrastructure
Water Resources
Role
Description
data analysis
data collection
drawing preparation
construction monitoring
surveying
Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
Performs standard computations or analysis.
Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.
Collects data and gathers information or documents.
Prepares drawings and visual aids.
Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks.
Observes construction activities on an as-needed basis.
Performs basic survey services.
Requirements
geopak
microstation
abet degree
engineer-in-training
problem solving
communication
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with Geopak and Microstation preferred.
Member of professional practice organization.
Strong technical/qualitative writing ability.
Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of civil engineering to construction projects.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program required. Masters or equivalent.
Engineer in Training, Engineering Intern (passing FE Exam within 6 months of date of hire)
Engaged in life-long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues.
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
Understands quality program.
No prior years of experience required
High level of energy; great at problem solving.
Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Interacts with other staff.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Parental Leave
Vacation and Sick Leave
401k Employer Match
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1946
Company Origins
The company was established in 1946 by two U.S. Army Corps engineers, marking the beginning of its legacy in infrastructure projects.
1957
Midwest Pioneers
One of the Midwest's first firms to adopt computer-based engineering analysis, setting the stage for modern technical solutions.
300 Strong
Employee-Owned Firm
Grown into a thriving, employee-owned enterprise with more than 300 dedicated professionals.
Top 400
Design Firm Ranking
Consistently ranked among America’s top 400 design firms for innovation and excellence in engineering.
Takes on high‑impact infrastructure, municipal, structural, environmental and land‑development projects, from diverging diamond interchanges to water systems and hazardous-waste planning.
Designed Iowa’s first diverging diamond interchange and led major utility haul‑route assessments and drone‑based structural inspections.
Early FAA-approved operator of commercial drones, enabling advanced inspections like high‑mast light tower surveys for Kansas DOT.
Expanded regionally with offices in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota—and soon Oklahoma—supporting growth across the Midwest and Southwest.
Delivered the Southeast Connector in Des Moines—its largest transportation project at $185 million over nearly twenty years.
Culture + Values
We avoid, minimize, and mitigate environmental impacts throughout conceptualization, construction, and completion of a project
We keep schedules and budgets on track while fostering environmental stewardship
Environment + Sustainability
Avoid, minimize and mitigate environmental impacts through careful planning during design and construction
Use green infrastructure and best management practices such as stormwater treatment trains, permeable pavements, detention/retention systems, and MS4 improvements
Commitment to minimizing environmental impact embedded across project lifecycle from concept to completion
Offices in four states (Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, South Dakota) with Oklahoma coming soon—regional focus on environmental services