Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

VolkertHouston, TX, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

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Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation to support our Southwest Region located in Texas .

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordination and oversight of geometric design projects.

What Youll Be Doing

Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects
Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations
Serves as technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas
Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities
Attends onsite and offsite client meetings. Must be a good communicator
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents
Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
Participates in project scoping and fee estimating and proposal preparation, interviews, and negotiations
Reviews assigned project(s) after award to define project scope, determine work procedures / sequences and develops schedules, budgets, staffing, sub-consultant involvement, and progress billings
Assigns responsibilities and sees the execution of tasks are begun and completed according to schedule
Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required

What You Need To Have

BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university

7-10 years relevant experience with 5 years of experience at the Project Manager level with DOT projects

Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets

PE required

Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications

Demonstrated capabilities and success in managing medium to large projects, multi-office projects, and / or multiple projects

Proven leadership, communication, mentoring and client liaison skills

Proficient with OpenRoads Designer

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines

Valid drivers license

A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member :

Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion

Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment

Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems

Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written

Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and a positive work / life balance

Challenging and innovative projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life / AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.

Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Industries

Civil Engineering

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