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Olsson · 2 months ago

Senior Civil Engineer- Federal Engineering and Design

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp

Olsson is a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm dedicated to improving communities. They are seeking a Senior Engineer for their Federal Engineering and Design Team to lead critical infrastructure projects for military bases and government facilities, ensuring compliance with federal standards and delivering innovative solutions.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and guide complex civil design efforts for federal projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance
Serve as technical lead or project manager on high-profile federal assignments, driving scope, schedule, and budget alignment across multidisciplinary teams
Review and approve planning documents, design calculations, and technical specifications, ensuring consistency with federal standards such as UFC, DoD, and VA requirements
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting best practices in design, documentation, and client engagement
Lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes, providing strategic oversight and resolving complex design challenges
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external consultants, ensuring seamless communication and integrated project delivery
Contribute to strategic proposal development, shaping winning responses to federal RFPs and expanding Olsson’s federal portfolio
Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits, offering expert guidance from concept through construction and ensuring client satisfaction

Qualification

Professional Engineer (PE) licenseCivil 3D proficiencyFederal design standardsCivil/site design experienceExceptional communication skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Minimum 8 years of experience in civil/site design, ideally with federal clients
Proficiency in Civil 3D and other relevant design software
Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes
Exceptional communication skills and proven ability to coordinate complex projects

Benefits

Health care
Vision
Dental
Paid time off
Excellent 401(k) match
Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Bonus system that rewards performance
Flexible work arrangements

Company

Olsson

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We are Olsson, an engineering firm of people who craft expert solutions and designs that improve communities.
dateFounded in 1956
location
Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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https://www.olsson.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2026-01-13Acquired

Leadership Team

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Brad Strittmatter
Chief Executive Officer
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Jeff Jenkins
Chief Financial Officer
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Recent News

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Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Takes Majority Stake in Engineering Firm Olsson
2026-01-16
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2026-01-15
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2026-01-15
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