Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description

The Senior Civil Engineer will serve as the office lead, supporting civil infrastructure projects while helping rebuild and grow the local team. This individual will play a key role in project oversight, client coordination, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering efforts across water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Support project execution for clients such as MSD and SLDC.
• Oversee design, review plans, and ensure technical accuracy across projects.
• Act as a local leader for the St. Louis office and support long-term team growth.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with internal teams across Kansas City and St. Louis.
• Assist in business development efforts and project pursuits as the office grows.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in civil engineering software such as Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Strong experience in civil design, preferably in water, wastewater, or stormwater.
• Experience managing or leading projects or teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Work Environment

The position is primarily office-based with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement in the future.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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