Civil Engineer/Construction Manager
Waldo Solutions
Iron River, MI · $88k a year · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
The Iron County Road Commission (ICRC) is seeking a Civil Engineer/Construction Manager to join our team in Iron River, MI. Under the direction of the Superintendent/Manager, you will oversee engineering and construction projects on MDOT, county primary, and local roads.
What We Offer:
$88,000 annual salary
Generous vacation and sick leave
Personal and Comp time
Ten paid holidays
Health Insurance/ Payment in lieu
Life Insurance
Employer paid vision and dental insurance
MERS Pension plan
Annual safety equipment reimbursement
Schedule:
Mid-Oct – May, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday
May – Mid-Oct, 6:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday – Thursday
Some overtime may be necessary.
What You’ll Do:
Participate in project scoping, design, estimating, bid documents, and contractor coordination for Federal Aid, State-funded projects, and local projects.
Assist with fieldwork/construction when necessary.
Conduct construction inspections, review contractor invoicing, and maintain project documentation.
Utilize tools like ProjectWise, Field Manager, and RoadSoft to ensure compliance with state and federal standards.
Assist in preparing annual budget line items for maintenance and road projects.
Assist with inventory of ICRC construction/maintenance items: culverts, gravel, sand, salt.
Support fieldwork, including survey tasks and PASER roadway ratings, and assist with Act 51 map updates.
Act as the primary contact for Miss Dig and assist with Michigan Department of Environment permit applications.
Attend seminars, training, and meetings in order to remain well-versed with current and generally accepted engineering standards and guidelines. May represent the Board in dealing with a variety of governmental and public bodies.
Other duties as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
Licensed Civil Engineer OR Master’s degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or related field required .
Previous experience in a governmental setting, familiarity with MDOT project bidding and documentation, and public works or road commission experience desired.
Experience with word processing, spreadsheet software, ProjectWise, Roadsoft, Merl, and Field Manager desired.
Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to walk extended distances and climb stairs, ramps, and natural outdoor grounds.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and manipulate tools, equipment, supplies, and other objects over fifty (50) pounds.
Experience with, or the desire to learn, the operation of some heavy equipment (dozer, loader, backhoe, roller) is desirable.
Click “APPLY NOW” to join our team of dedicated professionals working to improve Iron County’s roads.
ABOUT: The Iron County Road Commission (ICRC) is responsible for providing a road system that is reasonably safe and convenient for the traveling public. The ICRC maintains 270 primary and 363 local road miles. The ICRC is people taking care of local roads and local needs. The Board of County Road Commissioners of Iron County is a municipal corporation, legally established and defined by state law. It is charged with the responsibility for maintaining and reconstructing county roads in Iron County. The Board of Road Commissioners in Iron County is composed of five members who are elected. Learn more at ironcountyroads.com