City of West Des Moines
Engineer III - Resident Construction Engineer
City of West Des Moines, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50265
Engineer III - Resident Construction Engineer
Type: Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate: Hiring Range - $89,871 - $96,611/year. Full pay range for this position is $89,871 - $132,164
Posted Date: 05/13/2025
Job Details Description
DepartmentEngineering Services
Benefits Click here to review a Summary of Employee Benefits
Civil Service Status
This is NOT a Civil Service position
Regular Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Weekend and Overtime Work as Required
Tentative Start Date TBD
Job Summary
Resident Construction Engineer (Engineer III) is a senior-level engineering position responsible for overseeing complex municipal infrastructure projects. This role provides technical expertise, project management, and leadership skills. An Engineer III will supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and consultants, serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders, and coordinate with other city departments, contractors, consultants, and the public to ensure successful project delivery.
The position that is vacant is for a Resident Construction Engineer that is responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects for the City’s civil infrastructure, including roads, sewers, bridges, and other infrastructure improvements. The Resident Construction Engineer ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. The role involves a combination of technical oversight, field supervision, communication, and coordination with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, the public, and other stakeholders.
Deadline to Apply Open until filled
Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or architecture, with a focus on municipal infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, utilities, sanitary sewer, stormwater management and other public improvements
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa, or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months
• Iowa DOT certifications (e.g., materials inspection, quality assurance) are preferred
Steps to Apply
Steps to Apply:
Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.
Attachments: You must attach the following documents to your profile under the Apply For Job section (attachments are job specific, once you click Finish & Apply you will not be able to add any additional documents):
a) Resume
b) Cover Letter
Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses : Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.
Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.).
If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616 .
Physical/Drug Test Post offer, pre-employment physical and drug test are required.
Apply Here!City of West Des Moines Online Application System
Instructions & FAQ's
You will need to complete an online profile and apply for this position online. There areInstruction Sheets (https://www.wdm.iowa.gov/government/human-resources/employment/applying-for-a-job) under the Applying for a Job section of our City website as well as a number of topics in ourFAQ section. If after reviewing these help guides you still need additional help, please visit or contact Human Resources 515-222-3616 .
If you are currently employed with the City, please reference theInternal Instruction Sheetprior to applying. With questions, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.
Contact Information
CITY OF WEST DES MOINES
Human Resources, 1st floor, Suite 1E
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, IA 50265-0320
515-222-3616 (phone)
515-273-0601 (fax)
Type: Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate: Hiring Range - $89,871 - $96,611/year. Full pay range for this position is $89,871 - $132,164
Posted Date: 05/13/2025
Job Details Description
DepartmentEngineering Services
Benefits Click here to review a Summary of Employee Benefits
Civil Service Status
This is NOT a Civil Service position
Regular Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Weekend and Overtime Work as Required
Tentative Start Date TBD
Job Summary
Resident Construction Engineer (Engineer III) is a senior-level engineering position responsible for overseeing complex municipal infrastructure projects. This role provides technical expertise, project management, and leadership skills. An Engineer III will supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and consultants, serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders, and coordinate with other city departments, contractors, consultants, and the public to ensure successful project delivery.
The position that is vacant is for a Resident Construction Engineer that is responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects for the City’s civil infrastructure, including roads, sewers, bridges, and other infrastructure improvements. The Resident Construction Engineer ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. The role involves a combination of technical oversight, field supervision, communication, and coordination with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, the public, and other stakeholders.
Deadline to Apply Open until filled
Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or architecture, with a focus on municipal infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, utilities, sanitary sewer, stormwater management and other public improvements
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa, or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months
• Iowa DOT certifications (e.g., materials inspection, quality assurance) are preferred
Steps to Apply
Steps to Apply:
Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.
Attachments: You must attach the following documents to your profile under the Apply For Job section (attachments are job specific, once you click Finish & Apply you will not be able to add any additional documents):
a) Resume
b) Cover Letter
Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses : Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.
Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.).
If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616 .
Physical/Drug Test Post offer, pre-employment physical and drug test are required.
Apply Here!City of West Des Moines Online Application System
Instructions & FAQ's
You will need to complete an online profile and apply for this position online. There areInstruction Sheets (https://www.wdm.iowa.gov/government/human-resources/employment/applying-for-a-job) under the Applying for a Job section of our City website as well as a number of topics in ourFAQ section. If after reviewing these help guides you still need additional help, please visit or contact Human Resources 515-222-3616 .
If you are currently employed with the City, please reference theInternal Instruction Sheetprior to applying. With questions, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.
Contact Information
CITY OF WEST DES MOINES
Human Resources, 1st floor, Suite 1E
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, IA 50265-0320
515-222-3616 (phone)
515-273-0601 (fax)