Senior Water Engineer

IMEG•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Senior Civil Engineer to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer on moderate to complex civil infrastructure and site design projects, with a Water/Wastewater focus. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and client guidance that supports positive outcomes. You’ll also help manage project budgets, support training and mentoring efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters. IMEG has been a leader in civil engineering for over 75 years, providing comprehensive land development services for projects across both private and public sectors. Civil specialties include municipal engineering, land development, surveying, environmental services, and construction inspection. IMEG’s civil team supports site planning, grading, utilities, and permitting to help turn raw land into buildable sites while meeting project schedules and cost challenges. Core civil strengths include Civil 3D, stormwater, grading, utilities, and water/wastewater management. IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required
Professional Engineer (PE) License required
7 years of experience minimum required in the building design consulting industry
Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline
Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency in the Civil Engineering field
Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
This position is not eligible for sponsorship

Nice To Haves

8 years of experience preferred in the building design consulting industry

Responsibilities

Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects ranging in size and complexity
Assist with design scopes of work, fee calculations for proposal generation, and contract reviews
Create project schedules with clear milestones and deadlines
Serve as the primary point of contact for project teams and clients
Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting on time, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages monthly
Ensure design follows owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements, and that milestone deliverables, quality control processes, and construction technical support are completed on time
Collaborate with design staff and coordinate project scheduling through all phases of design and construction
Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation
Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested
Respond to and resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, obtain appropriate approvals, mentor and lead others, and build client relationships