Aviation Civil Engineer II Washington, DC

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Caregiver Leave Program

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is a leading employee-owned engineering firm delivering multidisciplinary services across the United States.

The civil design lead will drive aviation-focused design tasks, coordinate with PMs, and mentor design staff to ensure quality and timely project delivery. The role requires a PE license and 8–10+ years of civil experience, with proficiency in Civil 3D/Open Roads tools and strong client communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 8 to 10+ years of specialized civil engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for aviation-related tasks and sub-tasks.
• Develop hours estimates, scope, budgets, and schedule coordination.
• Provide design status updates to the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Oversee sub-tasks and mentor junior design staff.
• Coordinate with internal teams and sub-consultants to meet deadlines.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates with QA/QC compliance.

Skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley Open Roads Designer

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: Responsible for performing and leading the civil engineering design for tasks or sub-tasks to support aviation clients by using basic project management and advanced knowledge of general engineering principles. Coordinates with design and other project engineers to efficiently complete project goals delivered on schedule, budget, and at a quality level that meets internal and client expectations.

Compensation for this position is $102,960.00 – $124,800.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Supporting overall Project Manager by executing project management responsibilities for respective discipline, including, developing hours estimates, scope, etc.
• Provide design status updates to the Project Manager
• Maintain current department organizational and quality control standards and update as and where necessary
• Track the budgets of discipline task(s)
• Project Meeting Coordination (Organize and Run Meetings)
• Oversee sub-tasks within their respective discipline for a project
• Executing quality control and quality assurance plans as provided by the PMP for project
• Delegate project tasks to project team members
• Coaching/mentoring design staff through the design process
• Provide consultative services to the client(s), including attending client meetings, providing timely updates, and appropriate solutions to meet their expectations
• Collaborate and manage project sub-consultants and other internal disciplines
• Support the development of extra work order requests
• Perform alternative studies, evaluate impacts, develop and finalize reports for client
• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope
• Design projects using advanced discipline knowledge, client specifications and guidelines using design software and drawing tools
• Perform or check design computations
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure alignment and project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
• Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department
• (If Manages Others) Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Proficient in discipline specific design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley Open Roads Designer/MicroStation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Written and communication skills

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineer License
• 8 to 10+ years’ experience in specialized discipline

Preferred Experience

• Supervisory role on project task experience preferred
• Experience working with other related disciplines (Structures/Drainage/Geotech)
• PMP Certification

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.