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Highway Civil Engineer

The Iowa Division is currently recruiting for a Highway Civil Engineer position. Have a recent Grad or know one? Please have them apply.

The employee is responsible for managing and promoting assigned Federal grant programs within Iowa. The incumbent provides engineering stewardship and oversight at various junctures of project and program delivery of Federal-aid grant projects within Iowa. The employee has the authority to commit the agency to actions on behalf of the Iowa Federal-aid Highway Division Office represented in line with delegations of authority.

Ames, IA is a great place to work and play! It is home to Iowa State University, which creates a fun and dynamic community atmosphere and attracts a diverse group of people from around the world. It is often voted one of the nation’s top college communities. Also, housing is affordable in Ames and in the surrounding communities.

As a Highway Civil Engineer, you will:
  • Represent the Division Office and FHWA in meetings, telephone contacts, public hearings, field reviews, and visit with State DOT officials and other Federal, State, and local agencies regarding assigned program areas and in assisting in the implementation of leadership initiatives. Communicate and apply Federal laws, regulations, and FHWA policies applicable to Federal-aid projects within the State DOT project development process.
  • Monitor highway and other infrastructure improvements to determine if they are constructed to a desired quality and whether Federal aid construction funds are being expended in a manner consistent with applicable Federal laws and regulations.
  • Lead and/or participate in assessments of State programs for effectiveness and compliance. Provide to partners recommendations for performance and operational improvements and guidance on corrective actions.
  • Take a leadership role in promoting and assisting in the implementation of new technology, new standards, and new policies and initiatives on Federal aid projects and programs. Provide technical guidance and develop new approaches to solve emerging problems or to support evolving program activities, goals, and leadership initiatives.
  • Maintain regular contacts with State DOT and local officials to keep informed of the status and progress of Federal aid projects within the state; to be aware of emerging activities; to participate in all phases of project development and on all other matters or developments that affect the program delivery and stewardship of Federal aid projects.

The ideal candidate is an early to mid-career engineer with experience monitoring Federally funded highway programs or delivering highway projects from initial scoping through construction and maintenance. The ideal candidate would also have good technical, communication, and partnering skills and could effectively represent the agency to federal, state and local officials and the general public.

We encourage you to consider this great opportunity in America’s heartland! If you have any questions about the position, please don’t hesitate to contact MarkA.Johnson@dot.gov. We look forward to hearing from you soon!