Olsson
Senior Civil Engineer- Federal Engineering and Design
Olsson, Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
Overview
Senior Civil Engineer - Federal Engineering and Design at Olsson. We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible. Olsson is seeking a Senior Engineer on our Federal Engineering and Design Team. In this role, you’ll help shape critical infrastructure projects that support military bases, VA campuses, and other essential government facilities. You’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team delivering innovative civil engineering solutions that meet rigorous federal standards and exceed client expectations. Acting as lead design engineer, you will spearhead some of the firm’s most demanding projects. You’ll oversee planning and design documents, perform design calculations, develop and maintain team and client standards, and oversee quality assurance/quality control efforts. This position may involve travel to job sites for observation and client meetings and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Olsson’s growing federal portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and guide complex civil design efforts for federal projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
Serve as technical lead or project manager on high-profile federal assignments, driving scope, schedule, and budget alignment across multidisciplinary teams.
Review and approve planning documents, design calculations, and technical specifications, ensuring consistency with federal standards such as UFC, DoD, and VA requirements.
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting best practices in design, documentation, and client engagement.
Lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes, providing strategic oversight and resolving complex design challenges.
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external consultants, ensuring seamless communication and integrated project delivery.
Contribute to strategic proposal development, shaping winning responses to federal RFPs and expanding Olsson’s federal portfolio.
Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits, offering expert guidance from concept through construction and ensuring client satisfaction.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
Minimum 8 years of experience in civil/site design, ideally with federal clients.
Proficiency in Civil 3D and other relevant design software.
Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes.
Exceptional communication skills and proven ability to coordinate complex projects.
Why Join Us
Contribute to projects that serve national interests and make a difference in communities.
Flexible work arrangements, including remote options, to support work-life balance.
Thrive in a supportive culture that values professional development and teamwork.
Additional Information
Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956, we work to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient.
Benefits
Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Receive an excellent 401(k) match
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
Please note:
The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you’re applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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Senior Civil Engineer - Federal Engineering and Design at Olsson. We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible. Olsson is seeking a Senior Engineer on our Federal Engineering and Design Team. In this role, you’ll help shape critical infrastructure projects that support military bases, VA campuses, and other essential government facilities. You’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team delivering innovative civil engineering solutions that meet rigorous federal standards and exceed client expectations. Acting as lead design engineer, you will spearhead some of the firm’s most demanding projects. You’ll oversee planning and design documents, perform design calculations, develop and maintain team and client standards, and oversee quality assurance/quality control efforts. This position may involve travel to job sites for observation and client meetings and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Olsson’s growing federal portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and guide complex civil design efforts for federal projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
Serve as technical lead or project manager on high-profile federal assignments, driving scope, schedule, and budget alignment across multidisciplinary teams.
Review and approve planning documents, design calculations, and technical specifications, ensuring consistency with federal standards such as UFC, DoD, and VA requirements.
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting best practices in design, documentation, and client engagement.
Lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes, providing strategic oversight and resolving complex design challenges.
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external consultants, ensuring seamless communication and integrated project delivery.
Contribute to strategic proposal development, shaping winning responses to federal RFPs and expanding Olsson’s federal portfolio.
Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits, offering expert guidance from concept through construction and ensuring client satisfaction.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
Minimum 8 years of experience in civil/site design, ideally with federal clients.
Proficiency in Civil 3D and other relevant design software.
Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes.
Exceptional communication skills and proven ability to coordinate complex projects.
Why Join Us
Contribute to projects that serve national interests and make a difference in communities.
Flexible work arrangements, including remote options, to support work-life balance.
Thrive in a supportive culture that values professional development and teamwork.
Additional Information
Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956, we work to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient.
Benefits
Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Receive an excellent 401(k) match
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
Please note:
The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you’re applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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