Civil Engineer

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.

Civil Engineer managing diverse projects for municipal and private sector at Axiom Consultants. Collaborating with a talented team to ensure projects are delivered on time and to high standards.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeDes Moines • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing civil engineering projects from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining strong client relationships. Proficient in project management, proposal preparation, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) RegistrationProject Management ExperienceAutoCAD Civil 3D ProficiencyClient Interaction Skills

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringProject ManagementQuality ControlBudget PreparationSchedule Development

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkDeadline Management

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) Registration

Industry Keywords

Municipal InfrastructureSite DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementConstruction ComplianceStakeholder Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
Coordinate 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee stock ownership plan
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
Tuition reimbursement