Civil Engineer

Goals & Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver civil engineering projects from concept through construction
• Oversee design efforts for municipal infrastructure and private site development projects
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to support business growth
• Cookordination with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success
• Prepare proposals, budgets, and schedules to meet client and firm objectives
• Ensure project quality control and compliance with applicable standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Iowa (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in civil engineering
• Passion for civil engineering projects and collaboration within a team environment
• Ability to work independently, lead project work, and meet critical deadlines
• Experience in project management and client interaction
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, comfortable interfacing with clients and contractors

About the Role

Axiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, is expanding in Iowa and seeks a Civil Engineering to join their growing team in Des Moines. With the strength of Axiom’s collaborative culture and the backing of Ruekert & Mielke’s 80+ years of engineering expertise, this is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, build strong client relationships, and advance your career with a 100% employee-owned firm.

Benefits

• Axiom Consultants is proud to be 100% employee owned.
• The firm offers a flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in-depth training and mentoring program.
• Performance bonuses, extra hours bonuses, remote/flexible hours, generous personal time off and holiday programs, health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance, 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match, flexible spending accounts, prepaid legal services, Employee Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Information

Axiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, is a 100% employee-owned engineering firm recognized for its innovative approach to serving commercial, residential, and institutional markets. We provide full-service engineering, including comprehensive planning, design, construction services, project management, and owner’s representation. As a six-time finalist and five-time winner of the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City – Cedar Rapids metro area), Axiom has earned a reputation for excellence, responsiveness, and efficiency. Our employee-centric culture fosters collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, empowering our team to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a strong work-life balance.