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Supervise, mentor, and support lower-level social workers and interns, including staff training and ... Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding ...

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DoD SkillBridge: Senior Civil Engineer

Vets2PM

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$135K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description


DoDSkillBridge Internship: Senior Civil Engineer
SkillBridgeHost Company: APTIM
SkillBridgeProvider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
ApplicantsMUST be active-duty U.S. Military Memberswho qualifyfor theDoD SkillBridge Program.
To Apply:
  1. Gotowww.vets2pm.com/skillbridgeand complete the SkillBridge interestform.
  2. Returnto this posting and click 'Apply'.

Job Overview:
APTIM is pleased to announce an immediate opening for a Senior Civil Engineer in our Solid Waste Engineering Group to support our exciting portfolio of projects. This opening is remote or in our California (Concord), Texas (Dallas), Florida (Tampa or Winter Garden), Ohio (Findlay), or Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh) or St. Louis, MO. Our Solid Waste Engineering Group provides the following services to both the public and private sectors:
Facility design and permitting Stormwater modeling and management plan development Construction oversight Operations and maintenance Hydrogeologic and geotechnical investigations Environmental compliance audits
Our philosophy centers on developing and maintaining a culture of mutual respect and honesty, where people listen generously and speak straight. At APTIM, you can expect countless opportunities to learn, develop business and leadership skills, and engage on a multitude of projects.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Leading teams or projects Preparing engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications Preparing regulatory compliance reports, work plans, and special studies Providing technical oversight and quality control Anticipating client needs and identifying solutions Utilizing skills and knowledge to solve complex problems Preparing and managing, scopes, budgets and schedules Coordinating with contractors and clients Collaborating with other team members Attending client meetings Providing other duties as required
Basic Qualifications:
BS/MS Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent sciences. Professional Engineer (PE) License Minimum of 10 years Ability to work on multidisciplinary projects Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work in a team environment Self-starter and problem solver Excellent organizational skills
Desired Qualification:
Landfill / Solid Waste experience Knowledge of AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, and ArcGIS software Knowledge of landfill operations and solid waste projects Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations
ABOUT APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
Work that is worthy of your time and talent Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities A voice in making our company better Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position (IF hired after the SkillBridge internship) is $135,000 - $180,000. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits IF hired after the SkillBridge Internship:
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplacehttps://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location. Company paid and optional Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law) 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: APTIM 401(k) Guide APTIM - Helpful Documents
Vets2PMProvides:
  • Mentorship andguidance via weekly SkillBridgeIntern ZoomMeetings.
  • PMFundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedInoptimization,and interview skills course.
  • Other free resources,including an electronic copyof 'How to Speak CivilianFluently'.

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