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SCS Engineers

Project Engineer

West Des Moines, IA · Hybrid

$65K - $100K/yr

Project Engineers work with both clients and projects and help develop junior staff. As a Project ... engineering field required * 4+ years of related work experience required, with 3+ years in ...

SCS Engineers

Project Engineer

West Des Moines, IA · Hybrid

$65K - $100K/yr

Project Engineers work with both clients and projects and help develop junior staff. As a Project ... engineering field required * 4+ years of related work experience required, with 3+ years in ...

SCS Engineers

Project Engineer

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Project Engineers work with both clients and projects and help develop junior staff. As a Project ... engineering field required * 4+ years of related work experience required, with 3+ years in ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Sioux City, IA · On-site

... 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study is ... Project Engineers are assigned to jobsites which may be located across Siouxland and the state of ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Sioux City, IA

... 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study is ... Project Engineers are assigned to jobsites which may be located across Siouxland and the state of ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Sioux City, IA · On-site

... 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study is ... Project Engineers are assigned to jobsites which may be located across Siouxland and the state of ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Ames, IA

Qualifications: * 4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or ... Project Engineers may be based out of the office, or the jobsite based on project needs. Employees ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Ames, IA · On-site

Qualifications: * 4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or ... Project Engineers may be based out of the office, or the jobsite based on project needs. Employees ...

Story Construction

Project Engineer

Ames, IA · On-site

Qualifications: * 4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or ... Project Engineers may be based out of the office, or the jobsite based on project needs. Employees ...

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Senior Project Engineer

Denison, IA · On-site

$92K - $120K/yr

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Engineering ... Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and ...

Simply Staffed

Senior Project Engineer

Denison, IA

$92K - $120K/yr

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Engineering ... Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and ...

McGough

Project Engineer

Des Moines, IA

PROJECT ENGINEER The Project Engineer position is an entry-level position in the project management ... Required: * Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree * Some Internship ...

Wells Enterprises, Inc

Project Engineer

Le Mars, IA · On-site

For project specific documentation, develops detailed and accurate engineering documentation ... Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered ...

McGough Construction

Project Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

PROJECT ENGINEER The Project Engineer position is an entry-level position in the project management ... Required: * Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree * Some Internship ...

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How much do project engineer iv jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for project engineer iv in Iowa is $85,138.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $97,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Engineer Iv vs Project Engineer III?

AspectProject Engineer IvProject Engineer III
Required CertificationsPE license often preferredPE license often preferred
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, engineering officesConstruction sites, engineering offices
Industry UsageCommon in large infrastructure and industrial projectsCommon in infrastructure and industrial projects
Typical ResponsibilitiesOverseeing complex projects, leading teamsManaging project segments, supporting senior engineers

The main difference between Project Engineer Iv and Project Engineer III lies in experience level and scope. Project Engineer IV typically handles more complex projects, leads teams, and has greater responsibilities, while Project Engineer III focuses on supporting project management and handling specific project segments. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but the IV level indicates a higher level of expertise and leadership within the engineering team.

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Infographic showing various Project Engineer Iv job openings in Iowa as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,138 per year, or $40.9 per hour.
Project Engineer

Project Engineer

SCS Engineers

West Des Moines, IA • Hybrid

$65K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Project Engineer to support the Solid Waste industry in our Des Moines, Iowa office. Project Engineers work with both clients and projects and help develop junior staff. As a Project Engineer, you will manage projects and work on a team to provide engineering support to our existing solid waste practice focused on landfill and landfill gas system permitting and design, solid waste facility permitting and design, construction, operation, monitoring, and air quality permitting and compliance support for private and municipal clients. This includes opportunities for solid waste facility and environmental control system infrastructure permitting and design, engineering analysis, feasibility studies, report writing, construction oversight, field sampling and testing, and permitting. You may also support potential select strategic practice areas, such as wastewater treatment, organics management, alternative energy (solar and biogas), greenhouse gas (GHG) and sustainability, climate change and adaptation, PFAS and emerging contaminants, and carbon sequestration. You will be located in our West Des Moines, Iowa office.

How you can make an impact

You will help our clients address their environmental challenges, which may include:

  • Permitting, design, and construction
    • Municipal solid waste landfills
    • Landfill gas and biogas
    • Transfer Stations
  • Sustainable materials management
    • Recycling
    • Waste minimization studies
    • Organics management
    • Composting
  • Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering and scientific principles and practices in solid waste assignment areas and related fields.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications.
  • Makes decisions independently on engineering or scientific problems and methods, plan and coordinate work, and represent us at meetings and conferences.
  • Field work in varied terrain and weather will be required, including but not limited to, surveys/data gathering, construction quality assurance, inspections, etc.
  • Office based tasks including: CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, creating site plans and facility diagrams, permit applications, etc.
  • Business development including: proposal preparation, meeting with clients, and attending industry related conferences/trade shows.
  • Receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans or projects.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Masters of Science Degree in an Environmental, Civil, Construction or related engineering field required
  • 4+ years of related work experience required, with 3+ years in consulting or industry required
  • E.I.T. required. P.E. is a plus.
  • Experience with using AutoCAD Civil 3D design software preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and driving record in good standing required
Pay RangeUSD $65,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.Additional InformationPlease note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities - from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact - on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com #LI-HybridEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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