Assistant Project Engineer

CEI Engineering Associates; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Engineer to plan, design, produce, and manage civil planning, reporting, and construction documents from concept through construction.

You will use software to support project milestones and align with CEI's guiding principles and vision. The role collaborates with senior engineers, clients, and agencies to deliver timely plans, reports, and construction documents while maintaining professional judgement and quality control

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering and 2 years related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques with sound judgement.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing cost estimates/budgets by estimating project hours.
• Work with senior engineers to develop reports, preliminary hydrology/drainage analyses, plans, and schedules.
• Use computer aided engineering and design software to prepare documents for review.
• Communicate with clients, agencies, and team members to report status and changes.
• Identify continuing education opportunities to maintain licensure and knowledge.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior designers and interns.
• Coordinate work with civil designers and interns.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Job description

ABOUT CEI ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, INC

Established in 1973, we became a leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture by approaching each project with the same objectives: to help our clients streamline their processes, create efficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and drive revenue to their bottom line. With offices from coast to coast and a dedicated team of more than 180 professionals, we are a diverse, deeply experienced, and inclusive firm ready to help our clients take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Paid Maternity Leave, Alternative Work Schedule, and Holiday Pay. Don't miss your chance to be part of an inspiring team where your contributions truly matter!

The compensation range provided is specific to the geographic market of the posted position. If hired as a remote employee, your salary will be aligned with the applicable compensation range for your primary remote work location.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT PROJECT ENGINEER

Plans, designs, produces, and manages civil planning, reporting, and construction documents from the conceptual phase through the construction phase by utilizing software and modeling programs. Completes assigned tasks that aid CEI in achieving its stated long-term strategic objectives. Displays an understanding of CEI's Guiding Principles and stated Vision Statement when performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures while using judgement when making minor adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clearand specific objectives and require investigation of limited number of variables. Receives instructions on specific objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance given for unusual problems and normally reviewed for application of sound professional judgement. Performs work involving conventional plans, technical reports, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are few precedents. May be assisted by designer, engineers or technicians and be responsible for a multiple phases of a project.
• Assist with preparing and in reviewing cost estimates/projects budgets by estimating projected project hours. Follows CEI accounting processes including pre-billing forms, review of final invoices, and addressing client and sub-contractor invoice questions. Reviews activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine project's progress in terms of timeline, costs, and client expectations.
• Works with Sr. Project Engineer the Project Engineer in developing reports, specifications, preliminary hydrology/drainage analysis, plans, plat design, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for civil or landscape projects.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents for review and other uses. Follows CEI design standards when completing project assignments. Follows CEI Quality Control processes including the revision diary when completing project assignments.
• As directed, communicate with clients, local agencies, peers, and other project team members toaddress plan changes, problems, and provide project status reports to involved parties. Attends regularly scheduled meetings and called ad-hoc meetings. Works with peers and supervisors in a manner that promotes team work and the overall success of the company as a whole.
• Identifies, seeks, and attends continuing education seminars and classes to receive additional knowledge and/or expertise or to meet licensure requirements.
• Assists in training and mentoring Civil Designers, other Assistant Project Engineers and Interns.
• Assist with coordinating work with Civil Designers and Interns.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

B.S. in Civil Engineering plus 2 years related experience and/or training.

CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.