Senior Transportation Engineer - CD0030

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with employer match

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Manager for their Des Moines office to enhance client relationships and lead business development efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and a proven track record in transportation engineering, particularly with the Iowa DOT.

This vital role demands leadership in project management and a commitment to staff mentoring while helping shape the company's growth in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation engineering; traffic, or roadway design.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with the Iowa DOT.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts in the Des Moines region.
• Provide day-to-day leadership within the Des Moines office.
• Serve as Project Manager on transportation projects.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Business development

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa

Tools

MicroStation (InRoads/OpenRoads)

Job description

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Transportation Project Manager to help grow our Des Moines office. This role is ideal for a senior leader who brings strong technical expertise, a passion for building client relationships, and a proven ability to win and deliver work. This individual will play a key role in shaping FHU’s growth in Iowa, leading business development efforts, supporting project delivery, and providing leadership to local staff.

Business Development & Client Leadership

• Lead business development efforts in the Des Moines region and Iowa, with a focus on Iowa DOT and Municipal clients
• Assist with developing and executing a regional business development strategy aligned with FHU growth goals
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and actively position FHU for upcoming pursuits
• Lead or support proposals, interviews, and marketing strategies to secure new work
• Demonstrate the ability to win work and grow backlog

Office & Team Leadership

• Provide day-to-day leadership within the Des Moines office, supporting staff development, hiring, and retention
• Partner with regional and technical leadership in setting direction for growth and staffing
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Support recruiting and help build a strong local team aligned with FHU culture

Project Management & Technical Oversight

• Serve as Project Manager on transportation projects, including roadway, traffic, and planning efforts
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Provide technical guidance and QA/QC oversight on project deliverables
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Maintain strong working relationships with Iowa DOT and support ongoing coordination efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation engineering; traffic, or roadway design
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with the Iowa DOT
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing staff
• Proven success in business development and winning work
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation (InRoads/OpenRoads)
• Background in traffic engineering, or roadway design
• Experience working with local municipalities in Iowa

The pay for this position has a range of $140,000 - $170,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Application Deadline: 7/31/2026

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with FHU contributing a significant portion of premiums and covering 100% of the cost for some plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Telehealth and mental health resources available at no cost to eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services
• Generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match and discretionary profit‑sharing contributions
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
• Flexible schedules and remote work options depending on position and business needs
• Professional development opportunities including continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, professional society participation, and reimbursement for certifications and registration fees
• Opportunities to get involved through internal committees and employee‑led groups