Senior Civil Engineer

Location: On-site in Central MO

Industry: Civil & Environmental Engineering

Employment Type: Full-time

A growing and well-established engineering consultancy is seeking a seasoned civil engineer to join their high-performing team and help shape the future of the firm. This is a rare opportunity for a driven professional to step into a strategic leadership path, working alongside firm ownership on a wide array of environmental and infrastructure projects. With a strong presence in the Midwest and a diverse project portfolio, this firm offers the perfect mix of autonomy, impact, and growth.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on project manager and technical expert with a passion for mentorship, community-focused engineering, and long-term leadership development. This person will work closely with executive leadership with a clear runway to lead operations within a few years.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct a wide range of infrastructure projects, including landfill management, sewage systems, earthworks, and flood control initiatives.
• Serve as a client liaison, leading stakeholder coordination, proposal development, and regulatory compliance.
• Guide project teams through design, permitting, plan/spec preparation, and QA/QC processes.
• Oversee project execution from concept through construction documentation and closeout.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on firm-wide strategy and succession planning.
• Engage in both fieldwork and office-based responsibilities with occasional overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in Missouri or eligible via reciprocity within 6 months.
• 10 to 25 years of experience in civil and/or environmental engineering, preferably within consulting.
• Demonstrated experience managing clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Broad technical background in civil site development, hydrology, stormwater, permitting, and environmental engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative leadership style.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
• Willingness to relocate to the Jefferson City area and participate in on-site work.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Background

• Background in compliance approvals, municipal infrastructure development, or eco-environmental advisory services.
• Knowledge of waste disposal systems, stormwater management, geotechnical analysis, or infrastructure development planning.
• Previous experience in a smaller or mid-sized firm, especially one with a collaborative culture.
• Professionals looking to transition from a large firm to a more agile, ownership-driven environment.

What’s in It for You

• Direct path to leadership and firm ownership within 2–5 years.
• Highly autonomous role with influence over business operations and strategy.
• Strong company culture rooted in mentorship, technical excellence, and community impact.
• Stable and respected firm with a 25+ year history and diverse project base.
• Low cost of living in a safe, welcoming Midwest community.
• Supportive relocation package available for the right candidate.

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