Senior Municipal Engineer - Lead Public Works Projects

Kleinfelder; Coralville (IA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

clothing allowance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and 9 holidays

Paid training and development

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to deliver civil, municipal, and environmental projects in collaboration with CAD Technicians and field staff. The role involves preparing reports, plans, schedules, and estimates while maintaining budget and schedule compliance.

The selected candidate will contribute to a multidisciplinary team, engage with clients and governing boards, and support professional licensure and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years of civil engineering design experience preferred.
• Iowa PE license or ability to obtain within 1 year preferred.
• Experience in roadway, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water distribution design desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical engineering reports.
• Prepare or modify plans, specifications, construction schedules, permits, and cost and quantity estimates for public works projects.
• Work with Construction Observers/Resident Technicians during all facets of construction.
• Assist Project Manager in completing project within budget and on schedule.
• Client contact, including attendance at board or council meetings.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Iowa Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 1 year

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to deliver civil, municipal, and environmental projects in collaboration with CAD Technicians and field staff. The role involves preparing reports, plans, schedules, and estimates while maintaining budget and schedule compliance.

The selected candidate will contribute to a multidisciplinary team, engage with clients and governing boards, and support professional licensure and development opportunities.