Civil Engineer - Huxley, IA

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. • Huxley, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self-motivated, Civil Engineer to be located in the Iowa Field Office in Huxley, Iowa. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects. Primary responsibilities will be in Iowa.

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree from an EAC/ABET accredited engineering program
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Demonstrated oral, written, and good communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, goal oriented and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum of 2-3 years of experience in civil engineering design
• Professional Engineering license
• Experience with surveying
• Experience with Civil3D
• Experience with hydrology
• Experience with hydraulics
• Experience with civil design including structures and pump stations
• Experience with erosion control
• Experience with construction inspection
• Experience with project management

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of project planning, design, contracting, and construction management functions on wetland, riparian, and associated habitat restoration projects.
• Scoping and proposal development, survey, engineering design, project bidding, field inspection, and occasional construction management.
• Maintain a close working relationship with local, state, and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners.
• Prepare proposals, scope of work, and budgets in close coordination with biological staff.
• Interpret, select, adapt, and apply engineering, surveying, and construction management principles and practices across a range of engineering services within a diverse conservation program.
• Complete engineering designs and reports as required.
• Prepare project plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Attend project meetings.
• Perform topographic surveys.
• Conduct field inspection and perform construction management oversight as needed.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Assist with occasional field work as required, which could include strenuous outdoor activity in difficult environmental conditions.
• Operate ATV and outboard boat when necessary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage
• Three weeks paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Ten paid holidays
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match)
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level