Project Engineer.

Job Title: Project Engineer

Reports To: Project Manager

Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt

Primary Area of Focus:

• QA/QC
• Basic Design
• Modeling & Reports

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide direction, coordination, and QA/QC oversight to EITs, CAD Techs, and Designers.
• Design simple projects including grading and drainage.
• Draft complex report documents independently.
• Perform final review and stamp approval for simple utility and drainage reports.
• Independently develop complex models.
• Lead meetings with clients and review agencies, presenting technical information.
• Monitor compliance with codes, practices, and QA/QC policies.
• Perform quality control on tasks, budgets, schedules, and plans, reporting project status.
• Determine project specifications and prepare cross-sections for plan documents.
• Format base files from external project team members.
• Conduct design engineering on specific scopes or phases.
• Perform basic hydraulic and hydrology calculations and prepare specifications.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of timecards.
• Attend project team and public meetings as needed after hours.
• Achieve a 75-85% billable utilization rate, balancing non-billable activities such as meetings, professional development, and community involvement.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil, environmental, construction management, or related engineering field.
• Professional Engineering License.
• Minimum of 4 years of project planning and execution experience for land development projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, exposure to scheduling software ideal.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, and sitting required.
• Occasional project site visits may be necessary.
• Normal range of hearing required.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Prolonged sitting with 15% bending and reaching.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Noise levels consistent with a standard office environment.

Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, and leave.
• Paid Time Off and bereavement leave.
• Cell phone stipend (if applicable) and discretionary bonuses.