Project Engineer Transportation

Overview

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Engineer – Transportation to support the planning, design, and delivery of roadiway 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 building design 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.