Senior Project Engineer
Do you thrive on leading others and tackling projects? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Senior Project Engineer-Municipal to join our team. We dont just need someone who excels with technical skills we want someone who can inspire and lead a team toward success. If youre a seasoned civil engineer with a passion for applying principles in transportation, private development, stormwater or hydraulic modeling projects, we want you on our team!
Whats in it for you?
We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. As a leader with a proven track record of success, well look to you to manage successful projects. Youll have the chance to take the lead in shaping projects that leave a lasting impact.
Where youll work
The position is based in either our West Union or Manchester , Iowa offices. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. Its even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each others personal and professional growth.
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What youll do
As a Senior Project Engineer, youll take on a leadership role in delivering complex projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring technical quality. Youll also: Lead and coordinate project design efforts. Apply engineering principles and judgment. Review and validate calculations, plans and reports. Identify and resolve discrepancies. Proactively address project challenges. Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted technical advisor. Collaborate with project managers to meet schedules, budgets and quality standards. Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth. Represent the firm in client meetings and presentations. What it takes
Ideally, youll have a bachelors or masters degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. If you have eight or more years of experience in civil design and project management, preferably at a professional consulting firm, we want to talk. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, or the ability to obtain reciprocity [EM1] . Ideally, you will also: Speak and write well. Have strong analytical and organizational skills. Be comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients. Manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines. Be a team player who can also operate independently when needed. What youll get
Youll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer: Medical/life/disability insurance. 401K profit-sharing plan. Paid time off. An awesome work environment. Learn more about Fehr Grahams people, culture and projects on our website .
Equal Opportunity Employer Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Department: Civil/Municipal
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: West Union, IA
Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000 / year
Description Senior Project Engineer - MunicipalDo you thrive on leading others and tackling projects? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Senior Project Engineer-Municipal to join our team. We dont just need someone who excels with technical skills we want someone who can inspire and lead a team toward success. If youre a seasoned civil engineer with a passion for applying principles in transportation, private development, stormwater or hydraulic modeling projects, we want you on our team!
Whats in it for you?
We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. As a leader with a proven track record of success, well look to you to manage successful projects. Youll have the chance to take the lead in shaping projects that leave a lasting impact.
Where youll work
The position is based in either our West Union or Manchester , Iowa offices. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. Its even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each others personal and professional growth.
GO BEYOND THE JOB AD: Ignite your passion and learn more about what we do .
What youll do
As a Senior Project Engineer, youll take on a leadership role in delivering complex projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring technical quality. Youll also: Lead and coordinate project design efforts. Apply engineering principles and judgment. Review and validate calculations, plans and reports. Identify and resolve discrepancies. Proactively address project challenges. Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted technical advisor. Collaborate with project managers to meet schedules, budgets and quality standards. Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth. Represent the firm in client meetings and presentations. What it takes
Ideally, youll have a bachelors or masters degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. If you have eight or more years of experience in civil design and project management, preferably at a professional consulting firm, we want to talk. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, or the ability to obtain reciprocity [EM1] . Ideally, you will also: Speak and write well. Have strong analytical and organizational skills. Be comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients. Manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines. Be a team player who can also operate independently when needed. What youll get
Youll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer: Medical/life/disability insurance. 401K profit-sharing plan. Paid time off. An awesome work environment. Learn more about Fehr Grahams people, culture and projects on our website .
Equal Opportunity Employer Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Job ID: 516370917
Originally Posted on: 4/6/2026
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