Lead Civil Engineer (PE) - Municipal & Land Development

About the role

Join Ackerman Estvold Engineering and Consulting in Fargo, ND, as a Full-Time Lead Civil Engineer specializing in municipal and land development, where your expertise will directly impact community growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and management of high-quality municipal infrastructure projects, including urban and rural roadways, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer utilities, as well as site development.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and community leaders to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and engineering plans.
• Achieve project goals by actively participating in marketing efforts and identifying new business opportunities.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain a high-performance, collaborative work environment.
• Represent the company professionally at various municipal meetings, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Hold a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) certification in North Dakota and Minnesota, or the ability to obtain it within six months.
• Have a minimum of five years of relevant land development or municipal engineering experience.
• Demonstrate proven project management skills and a solid understanding of local municipal processes and infrastructure needs.
• Show strong communication, presentation, and client-relations skills.
• Have business development experience or a keen interest in client relationship management.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Have knowledge of Fargo-Moorhead-area municipalities and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Pass background checks and drug screenings as part of the hiring process.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Technical report preparation.
• Client relations and communication.
• Business development experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Fargo-Moorhead-area municipalities and regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid: life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance options: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care, Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick time
• Clothing allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development: company-paid certifications, memberships, and ongoing training opportunities

Pay

Ackerman Estvold Engineering and Consulting offers a competitive starting salary ranging from $95,000 to $120,000 annually.

Schedule

The position is onsite and full-time.