Senior Municipal Engineer

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Dubuque, IA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Other
The Role
Designs and manages municipal civil engineering projects, including public works plans, specifications, permits, schedules, estimates, and technical reports. Coordinates with construction observers, survey teams, CAD technicians, project managers, and clients. Supports projects through construction, budget, and scheduling requirements and attends municipal board or council meetings. Projects include roadway, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water distribution, and environmental infrastructure.
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Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level 

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!  In 2025, we aquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community. 


Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.


Step into Your New Role  


We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Municipal Engineer. Our team works with local communities on a wide range of civil, municipal, and environmental projects. We are looking for a Professional Engineer who would work with CAD Technicians, Construction Observers, Land Survey Chiefs, and office staff in various capacities. 


V&K BENEFITS 

  • Benefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances 
  • Clothing allowance 
  • 401k with company match 
  • Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays 
  • Paid training and development on and off-site 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Prepare detailed technical engineering reports. 
  • Prepare or modify plans, specifications, construction schedules, permits, and cost and quantity estimates for public works projects. 
  • Work with Construction Observers/Resident Technicians during all facets of construction. 
  • Assist Project Manager in completing project within budget and on schedule. 
  • Client contact including attendance at board or council meetings.  

REQUIREMENTS 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering required. 
  • Minimum 10 years of civil engineering design experience preferred/desired. 
  • Iowa PE license or ability to obtain within 1 year preferred. 
  • Previous roadway, storm sewer, sanitary collection sewers and water distribution design experience desired. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required. 
 

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.


Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  


Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  


Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)  


NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.   





Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
  • Minimum 10 years of civil engineering design experience
  • Iowa Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain it within one year
  • Previous roadway, storm sewer, sanitary collection sewer, and water distribution design experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
1,989 Employees
Year Founded: 1961

What We Do

We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure.

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