Job Description Job Description Salary:Are you ready to lead, grow, and make your mark? Join Axiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, where youll have the rare opportunity to build and shape your own civil engineering team in Des Moineswith the full backing of a 100% employee-owned firm and a strong support network across Iowa and Wisconsin.Were seeking an experienced, client-focused Civil Engineering Team Leader with a background in municipal engineering and/or private sector site development. This is a career-defining leadership role for someone passionate about team building, mentorship, and business development.In this pivotal position, you will recruit, lead, and grow a dynamic team of technical professionals while serving as a trusted partner to clients. Youll play a key role in expanding our presence in Central Iowa, leveraging Axioms strong reputation in Eastern Iowa and the robust resources of Ruekert & Mielke to deliver exceptional civil engineering solutions.What Youll GainLeadership opportunity to build and mentor your own civil engineering teamUnmatched support from an 80-year-strong firm with robust technical and corporate resourcesCareer-defining growth through client interaction, team building, and market expansionGoals & ResponsibilitiesThis position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineering professionalsProvide leadership and oversight on municipal and private development projectsDrive market growth by building client relationships, responding to RFPs, and networkingServe as a technical resource for staff training, quality control, and project managementDevelop, execute, and oversee strategic client relationship plansAct as the primary point of contact for clients and subconsultantsCollaborate with leadership across Axiom and Ruekert & Mielke to execute corporate strategiesQualifications & SkillsThe ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:Bachelors Degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related fieldProfessional Engineer (PE) registration in Iowa (or ability to obtain)Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including 5+ years in project management and/or business development rolesBroad experience across water distribution, sanitary sewage collection, water resources, transportation, land development, permitting, and constructionProven experience with client interaction, business development, proposal preparation, and contract negotiationStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to thrive both independently and within a team environment, while managing deadlines effectivelyBenefitsAxiom Consultants is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and indepth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City Cedar Rapids metro area).Employee stock ownership planPerformance bonusesExtra hours bonusesRemote/flexible hoursGenerous personal time off and holiday programsHealth, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer matchFlexible spending accountsPrepaid legal servicesEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition reimbursementAbout UsAxiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, is a 100% employee-owned engineering firm recognized for its innovative approach to serving commercial, residential, and institutional markets. We provide full-service engineering, including comprehensive planning, design, construction services, project management, and owners representation.As a six-time finalist and five-time winner of the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City Cedar Rapids metro area), Axiom has earned a reputation for excellence, responsiveness, and efficiency. Our employee-centric culture fosters collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, empowering our team to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a strong work-life balance.Visit www.axiom-con.com to learn more.