About this opportunity
HDR lists this Site Civil Engineer opportunity in ames, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
In the role of Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities
Perform quantity calculations
Prepare specifications and contract documents
Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years experience in general civil engineering
Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Previous experience in general civil engineering
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Good verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
Other Locations: United States-Iowa-Coralville, United States-Iowa-Sioux City, United States-Iowa-Davenport, United States-Iowa-Clinton, United States-Iowa-Iowa City, United States-Nebraska-Lincoln, United States-Iowa-Des Moines, United States-Iowa-Iowa Falls, United States-Iowa-Ames, United States-Iowa-Council Bluffs, United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids, United States-Iowa-Fort Madison
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Building Site Civil
Job Posting: Jul 16, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Worksite address
ames, IA, 50011, US
Who can apply
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