Project Engineer I

WithersRavenel is recruiting a Project Engineer I to join our expanding and innovative Design + Planning Practice Area!

Are you passionate about projects like Civic Spaces, Parks, Greenways, Streetscapes and other public realm projects? We are looking for a Project Engineer I to join our multidisciplinary 30+ member Design+Planning team. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative culture, mentor, support and grow your team, and deliver quality solutions to clients on time and within budget. WR is employee owned and puts an emphasis on professional development and training wherever you are on your career journey.

This is a hybrid role andis based out of our downtown Raleigh, NC office. We define a hybrid work arrangement as one where employees and supervisors collaborate to establish an in- and out-of-office schedule that "works" for all involved.

As a key technical team member, a Project Engineer I supports Project Managers (PMs) in budgeting, scheduling, and client communication while leading the technical aspects of project meetings. Responsibilities include managing internal project tasks, reviewing data, analyzing compliance, and developing design concepts and detailed drawings per industry standards. The role requires researching and applying relevant codes, exercising sound judgment in technical decisions, and overseeing quality control processes. Additionally, this position involves mentoring staff, utilizing technology for design, and ensuring project deliverables align with scope, budget, and schedule. Client and business development responsibilities include participating in community events, supporting marketing efforts, and identifying opportunities to expand client relationships.

Why WR?

WithersRavenel is looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us? OWNERSHIP . As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner-which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work. Our employee owners say they love a lot of things about WithersRavenel , but the things most often cited are :

• our amazing people and team-first atmosphere,
• our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff, and
• our commitment to the communities in which we work and live.

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!

Bring your talent and collaborative spirit and join our team of employee owners at WithersRavenel !

Requirements

The intent of this posting is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of the position. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this posting.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.

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