Municipal Engineer
ISG
$75,000 - $150,000 / year
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Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical municipal engineering project activities focused on water systems, wastewater systems, utilities and roadway design
- Serve as primary client contact
- Lead, coordinate, and build teamwork among other members in all necessary disciplines
- Deliver projects within budget, schedule, and contractual commitments
- Work closely with relevant permitting agencies
- Develop technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs
- Lead proposals and development of scope, schedule, and budget, with support from our dedicated marketing team
- Establish objectives and provide performance feedback for project team members
- Plan, coordinate and prepare designs, prepare estimates and specifications for various types of municipal engineering projects
- Conduct site visits before and during design projects and assesses existing conditions, helping identify design needs and potential constraints
- Works with survey, right-of-way, outside consultants and construction observation staff as needed to support project design and construction.
- Opportunity for Business Development/fostering client development/business growth
- Active in relevant professional organizations such as APWA, AWWA, etc
We’ve listed a compensation range that reflects our expectations for this role, including both direct and indirect components. We understand that your experience and value may fall outside of this range. If you feel you're a strong fit but your compensation needs differ, we’re open to a conversation—let’s talk.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Preferred 2 years of experience with direct client contact and project management
- Preferred 5 years of experience working with technical teams, including leadership experience, and conducting hands-on engineering including design, reports, and studies for municipal engineering projects
- Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication, report writing, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to present technical information clearly to colleagues, contractors, and the public
- We are seeking a candidate who is humble, demonstrating a genuine interest in team success over individual achievements; hungry, exhibiting a strong work ethic and passion for continuous improvement; and smart, possessing strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of team dynamics
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
- Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
- Paid parental leave
- Bi-annual profit sharing
- Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
- Traditional + Roth 401K retirement plan
- Life insurance
- HSA and FSA options
- Bereavement leave
- Supplemental voluntary benefits
- Short term and long-term disability
- Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
- Cell phone plan reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date Paid holidays and paid volunteer time Paid parental leave Bi-annual profit sharing Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP) Traditional + Roth 401K retirement plan Life insurance HSA and FSA options Bereavement leave Supplemental voluntary benefits Short term and long-term disability Parking reimbursement, varies on office location Cell phone plan reimbursement Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel
About this role
ISG, a 100% employee-owned engineering and architecture firm, is looking for a Municipal Engineer to lead water systems, wastewater, utilities, and roadway projects from their Des Moines office. You'd serve as the primary client contact on municipal infrastructure work, managing timelines and budgets while coordinating across a multidisciplinary team of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental specialists. The role involves site assessments, technical design work, feasibility studies, permitting coordination, and occasional travel across ISG's five-state footprint—including the option to use the firm's private aircraft when needed.
This position suits someone with a PE license and ideally five years of experience in municipal engineering, project management, and technical team leadership. You'll need proficiency in design software like AutoCAD or Civil 3D, strong communication skills for presenting to clients and agencies, and the ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget. ISG emphasizes collaboration and humility alongside technical competence, so they're looking for someone who prioritizes team success and continuous improvement.
The compensation range is $75,000–$150,000, and the firm offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, profit sharing, an ESOP, and a 401(k). There's also paid parental leave, volunteer time, and various reimbursements for travel and cell phone expenses. As an employee-owned company, you'd have a stake in the firm's success.
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