Civil Project Engineer | St. Louis, MO

IMEG Corporation; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP) with 3-6%</n

Dress for Your Day flexibility

Generous PTO with holidays

Job summary

IMEG Corporation in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for civil projects. You will work with engineers and consultants on site development, transportation, and municipal work, ensuring quality and client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes mentoring, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration, with a hybrid work schedule and opportunities to contribute to environmentally responsible infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5 years minimum experience; 6 preferred in civil engineering and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts as project manager or lead engineer for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger/high complexity projects.
• Perform complex calculations (hydraulic, traffic, piling/rebar, earthwork balance) as assigned.
• Oversee water and sewer system designs for smaller private and larger municipal systems.
• Prepare grading and stormwater designs for commercial, industrial, and residential sites.

Skills

Design techniques

Mentoring

Engineering software

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Travel up to 15%

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering software tools

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Civil Project Engineer | St. Louis, MO

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Civil Project Engineer in St. Louis, MO to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger and high complexity projects. This role is responsible for working closely with engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients, with primary responsibilities in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of civil engineering projects.

In this role, you will help manage project budgets, train and mentor team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. The team supports site development, transportation, and municipal work, delivering resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: St. Louis, MO

Discipline: Civil

Markets: Site Development; Transportation; Municipal

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for low to moderate complexity projects, and collaborate with senior staff on larger and high complexity projects.
• Perform more complex calculations based on assignment, including hydraulic calculations, traffic projections, piling or rebar calculations, and calculations to balance site earthwork.
• Oversee and assist with water and sewer system designs for smaller private and larger municipal systems.
• Prepare grading and stormwater designs for commercial, industrial, and residential site plans.
• Coordinate and oversee the efforts for permit applications for a variety of municipalities.
• Utilize engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and build and maintain client relationships through professional communication.
• Support the execution of consulting projects by leading project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks, documenting design decisions and instructions from clients, and monitoring project design progress as related to percent complete and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to develop practical and efficient solutions that meet project goals.
• Provide in-process design reviews of Civil Engineering design, calculations, and specifications, and implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Civil Engineering, contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG, and prioritize safety and regulatory compliance in all aspects of engineering work.
• Train, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations, and identify potential project problems and seek advice from the Project Manager.

What You'll Bring

Required

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required

Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the Civil Engineering and Construction industry required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• Proficiency of industry standard engineering software and tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to travel up to 15% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Full-service site civil team across the Quad Cities and St. Louis corridor
• Depth in drainage, grading, land surveying, and construction staking for public-works and federal clients
• Experience across healthcare, education, industrial, and non-profit markets
• Recent work includes VAMC El Paso VISN17 Mobile MRI Site Prep, Healthcare; MercyOne DeWitt Plat of Survey, Healthcare; and JDWWHQ Courtyard Drainage Design, Commercial.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member shares in that mission as an owner.

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Bring Your Career to IMEG

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran's status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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