$79,000–$126,500 Per Year
Bidding, Budgeting, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Support, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Engineering, Incentive Programs, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Professional Services, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Sales Prospecting, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Transportation Engineering, Transportation and Traffic Design, Writing Skills
MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Engineer – Transportation to support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Iowa.
This role is ideal for a motivated civil engineer who enjoys balancing technical design work with client interaction and project coordination. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams on roadway projects while contributing to project management, public engagement, and mentoring efforts.
MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve.
Come join the ownership team at MSA!
Employee Testimonial:
"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."
-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office
Responsibilities:
Project Management & Client Coordination
- Support project management activities including project planning, scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and QA/QC
- Participate in virtual and in-person meetings with existing and prospective clients
- Assist with client relationship management and project coordination efforts
- Review and respond to project proposals with support from MSA team members
Transportation Design
- Design roadway infrastructure projects
- Prepare engineering details, specifications, bidding documents, and technical reports
- Assist with preparation of regulatory permits and supporting documentation
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality solutions
Public Engagement & Communication
- Assist with public meeting presentations, display preparation, and stakeholder engagement activities
- Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams
- Support project communication and documentation throughout project phases
Construction Support & Mentorship
- Provide construction-phase support and coordination as needed
- Construction management and inspection experience is considered a plus
- Assist with mentoring and supporting junior engineering staff
- Contribute to team collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
Experience
- Minimum of 4 years of mobility/transportation engineering experience required
- Iowa DOT project experience preferred
- Experience using Bentley OpenRoads Designer
Licensure
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Skills
- Experience with transportation infrastructure design and project delivery
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Previous client liaison and project management experience, or a desire to grow into that role
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a consulting environment
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Experience preparing technical reports, specifications, and bidding documents
- Desire to work in a fast-paced consulting environment supporting public infrastructure projects
Why MSA
- 100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
- Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
- Flexible work‑life integration
- Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
- Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
- Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years
Additional Benefits
Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Compensation Range: $79,000 –$126,500 (commensurate with experience)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
- Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer
MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@msa-ps.com so we can assist you.