Life At Snyder

Over 40 years since its inception, Snyder & Associates has grown to become a large regional civil engineering and planning firm in the midwest. With thirteen office locations in five states, the communities we serve are the same places we proudly call home. For us, it’s about more than just the project at hand. It’s about improving community quality of life, which is why 94 percent of our clients continue to trust us as an extension of their staff.  Watch the Snyder & Associates About Us Video to learn more.

Your Opportunity

This is your next great opportunity. As a Civil Engineer in our Cedar Rapids office you'll work with a fast growing team of engineers and other specialists who focus on municipal, transportation, and water resources projects. During the beginning phases of a project, you'll listen intently to project managers to help in designing fit for purpose solutions. Through our flexible management approach, you'll be empowered to carve your own path to professional growth through innovation and continuous improvement. 

Proven Leader

This role requires dedication to the assigned duties and objectives toward creating successful projects. You’ll contribute directly to project success through actively developing plans from conceptualization through construction. Our firm is driven by challenges and prepared for more—we desire individuals who will commit to this pursuit, while maintaining our founding vision of responsive, personal service. For a sampling of the type of work you’ll help us pursue and be involved with, please visit our services web page and our project page.

Fundamental Responsibilities

• Contribute to diverse projects that vary widely in complexity and scope. This is a hands-on role that is directly involved in the planning, design, and delivery of projects from start to finish.
• Adapt to a variety of assignments and roles within medium- to large-sized teams of professionals, designers, and planners, as needed.
• Strive to meet and exceed team and client expectations by building positive working relationships through proactive communication, commitment to service, and the flexibility to address shifting priorities.
• Manage your pace and productivity to keep projects within budget.
• Maintain a high standard of quality, creativity, and collaboration within your project team.
• Effectively interact with people of all technical skill levels through verbal and written communication.

Required Qualifications

• BS Degree in civil engineering or construction engineering. 
• PE designation.
• Ideally, five to fifteen years experience as a civil or construction engineer, with preference for experience in a consulting environment.
• A sound understanding of civil engineering fundamentals.
• Effective time management skills particularly in relationship to commitments on project designs and deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills leading to positive, ongoing relationships with people.
• Reliable and dependable, able to commit to regular attendance and at times put in extra hours to meet project demands.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical subject matter to diverse audiences.

EOE / AA / E-Verify