Jobs · Engineering · Iowa

Site Civil Engineer

HDR · Council Bluffs, IA · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

About the role

In the role of Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

  • Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities
  • Perform quantity calculations
  • Prepare specifications and contract documents
  • Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
  • Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
  • Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in general civil engineering
  • Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Previous experience in general civil engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits

We believe in fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities. Our eight Employee Network Groups help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided upon interview

Schedule

Full-time Employee Status: Regular

Business Class

Building Site Civil

Job Posting

Jan 23, 2026

Company Beliefs

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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