Civil Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma
Civil Engineer jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, with additional activity in Norman and Lawton, where firms like SAIC, Garver, and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation maintain lasting civil engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties are transportation and highway design, stormwater and drainage systems, and structural engineering tied to energy infrastructure. Openings range from entry-level project engineer roles to senior project managers overseeing large public works contracts. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer with related environmental experience to add to our Environmental Services Global Practice’s Environmental Engineering team in Kansas City (MO), Manhattan (KS), Omaha (NE), and Oklahoma City (OK).
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced engineer and civil designer to lead or support a wide variety of civil and environmental engineering designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects in environmental engineering markets and contribute to implementing department strategy, vision, and culture.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas, including but not limited to:
- Solid Waste – permitting, design, construction, and compliance support for solid waste infrastructure including monofills, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, etc.
- Site/Civil – site grading and design, site stormwater modeling and design, design of other site utilities (water, wastewater, etc.), coal combustion residuals (CCR) project, dams and levees, etc.
- Water Resources – riverine 1D and 2D modeling, floodplain permitting, stream bank stabilization, stream and wetland restoration, etc.
The Staff Civil Engineer will work within our region’s team to provide technical leadership and mentorship of early career team members, collaborate broadly to support our Environmental Services global practice, and will generally be responsible for the following:
- Leading or supporting engineering teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality designs for civil or environmental engineering projects.
- Coordinating and supporting all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with varying degrees of technical complexity.
- Preparing documentation for design projects, including design criteria, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, detailed design packages, and cost estimates.
- Directing and reviewing work products prepared by early-career engineering staff.
- Providing technical leadership and quality reviews aligned with experience.
- Project management duties include executing the project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client expectations.
- Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, management, and design meetings.
- Championing QA/QC procedures.
- Executing internal personnel training.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- 3 years minimum related professional environmental engineering experience (6 years preferred).
- Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and technical area-specific programs. For example, water resources-focused candidates should demonstrate proficiency in additional software such as HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, CivilStorm (or equivalent), etc.
- PE license preferred.
- Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures are highly preferred.
- Project management or assistant project management experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
- Self-motivation and the ability to self-manage and multi-task (write reports, analyze data, perform design tasks, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to work within a team framework.
- Ability to travel and work in the field, up to 10%, as required.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-OK-Oklahoma City, US-NE-Omaha
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 264533
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma PE license or EIT registration with a clear path to licensure
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for design and drafting work
- Experience with ODOT standards, specifications, and project delivery processes
- Familiarity with stormwater management, drainage design, or transportation engineering
- Strong written communication skills for reports, permits, and client correspondence
Civil Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineer in Oklahoma?
You become a civil engineer in Oklahoma by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited program, then passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training through the Oklahoma Engineering, Architecture and Land Surveying Licensure Board. After gaining qualifying work experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, you pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your Oklahoma PE license, which most employers require for independent practice.
How much do civil engineers make in Oklahoma?
Civil engineers in Oklahoma earn a median of about $98,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,550 for the lowest 10% to over $153,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma civil engineer roles are posted by The Haskell Company, Garver, and Burns & McDonnell and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oklahoma's mix of public infrastructure agencies, energy sector clients, and regional engineering firms creates steady demand for civil engineers with transportation, structural, and environmental specialties.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most civil engineer jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Port have the most civil engineer openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City drives the largest share of demand through state agency headquarters, ODOT project offices, and major municipal infrastructure programs, while Tulsa's industrial base and private engineering firms generate consistent openings, and Norman benefits from proximity to both the University of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma City metro's expanding project pipeline.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil engineering is largely site-dependent, so fully remote roles are limited compared to desk-based fields. About 33% of civil engineer openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve plan review, CAD drafting, or project management tasks that don't require daily field presence.
How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to ODOT's new-hire engineer program or to the municipal engineering departments of Oklahoma City and Tulsa, both of which regularly bring on entry-level project engineers and staff engineers. Large regional firms like Garver also recruit new graduates into rotational engineer-in-training roles. Holding your EIT registration and a degree from an ABET-accredited Oklahoma program gives you a clear edge, as does any internship experience tied to highway, drainage, or site development projects.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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