Civil Engineer - Surface Water

ISG; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

A civil engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineer - Surface Water in Storm Lake, IA, to design innovative stormwater systems. You will develop and implement management plans, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE license, and 5-10 years of surface water experience. Competitive compensation and employee ownership benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is required.
• 5-10 years of experience in the Surface Water industry is expected.
• Ability to travel to various job sites and ISG office locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement stormwater management plans.
• Design and oversee the construction of stormwater infrastructure.
• Conduct hydrologic analyses to predict stormwater behavior.

Skills

Stormwater management

Hydraulic analysis

Communication

Project management

Software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

ESRI ArcGIS

XPSWMM

HydroCAD

Job description

Overview

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Department: Civil

Location: Storm Lake, IA

Compensation: $60,000 - $150,000 / year

Imagine a world where every drop of rain is harnessed to nourish the land, prevent floods, and sustain communities. As a Civil Engineer supporting the Surface Water group, you hold the key to transforming this vision into reality. Your expertise in designing innovative stormwater systems not only protects the environment but also ensures the safety and prosperity of rural areas. ISG is excited to expand our team to join our Water Business Unit, specializing in Rural Surface Water. You will join a dynamic team as an ISG Employee Owner working collaboratively with your fellow employee owners to develop creative solutions.

In this role, you will work closely with Jacob Rischmiller, PE, Surface Water Group Leader. You will also collaborate with ISG internal resources for design and project coordination, project execution, specification writers, visualization specialists, and construction administrators. Employee owners of all levels are involved in every aspect of design from conceptual design through construction. If this sounds exciting to you, keep reading!

Here are a few recent projects:

• Lovin Farm Bioreactor, Pocahontas County, IA
• Blue Earth County Ditch No. 57, Mapleton, MN

Essential Duties

Responsibilities

• Stormwater Management Planning: Develop and implement stormwater management plans, including stormwater management reports as applicable on project types to control runoff and prevent flooding
• Design and oversee the construction of stormwater infrastructure such as retention basins, swales, and drainage systems
• Proficiency in various modeling software including but not limited to XPSWMM, PCSWMM, Infoworks ICM, HydroCAD, Hec-RAS, Hec-HMS, Hydraulic Toolbox and other software systems
• Assist with submittal reviews, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, and change orders during the Construction phase of projects
• Coordinate and assist with environmental studies, permitting, alternative analysis, and other technical deliverables
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to predict stormwater behavior and design effective control measures
• Use modeling software to simulate stormwater flow and assess the impact of proposed developments
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to water quality and stormwater management
• Prepare and submit necessary permits and documentation
• Perform on-site inspections to monitor the effectiveness of stormwater management systems
• Assist with the performance and adherence to plans and specifications during the construction process through our Construction Administrators
• Conduct water quality sampling and analysis to ensure compliance with environmental standards
• Provide QA/QC for drawings, documents, details, schedules or specifications using programs such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and ESRI ArcGIS that are completed by staff
• Work with local communities, landowners, and stakeholders to address stormwater management issues
• Provide technical assistance and education on best practices for stormwater management
• Lead and/or support the design of the rehabilitation or replacement of stormwater and drainage infrastructure
• Support and mentor staff through design consultation and QA/QC measures
• Provide expertise on construction sites as needed
• Meet with Clients and Contractors at their place of business or job site
• Provide oversight and project leadership to drive the successful completion of surface water projects
• Prepare and maintain project workplan, which includes schedules, budget, notes, etc. throughout the project lifespan
• Assist in creating the project scope of services, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering or bioproducts and bio-systems engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, required
• Experience in managing projects within the surface water industry, such as stormwater management master plans, flood control/analysis, FEMA CLOMR/LOMR, streambank stabilization or restoration, and rural drainage
• 5-10 years of experience in Surface Water industry
• Ability to travel to various job sites and ISG office locations
• Strong communication, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Self-directed, organized and can work independently with minimal supervision

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
• Cell phone plan reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel

We’ve listed a compensation range that reflects our expectations for this role, including both direct and indirect components. We understand that your experience and value may fall outside of this range. If you feel you&aposre a strong fit but your compensation needs differ, we’re open to a conversation—let’s talk.