Civil Engineer/Construction Observer — Field & Office Travel

WHKS & Co; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WHKS & Co is seeking a Civil Engineer or Construction Observer with 3+ years of experience for projects in the Dubuque area. The role spans field and office work on municipal, transportation, and other infrastructure projects, with travel to sites from home or office.

The firm emphasizes a flexible, collaborative workplace and strong compensation and benefits. Responsibilities include construction observation, field testing, documentation, plan set preparation, and CAD support for transportation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the construction or design of transportation and municipal projects.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Experience with CADD (MicroStation or Civil 3D).

Responsibilities

• Performing construction observation including verifying contractor work and compliance with plans and specifications.
• Preparing and reviewing pay applications and maintaining daily logs of inspections.
• Providing design and/or CADD drafting support to project engineers during planning, design, and construction of transportation and municipal projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

CADD (MicroStation or Civil 3D)

Education

Bachelors or Associates in Civil Engineering / Civil Engineering Technology / Construction Management

Tools

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

WHKS & Co is seeking a Civil Engineer or Construction Observer with 3+ years of experience for projects in the Dubuque area. The role spans field and office work on municipal, transportation, and other infrastructure projects, with travel to sites from home or office.

The firm emphasizes a flexible, collaborative workplace and strong compensation and benefits. Responsibilities include construction observation, field testing, documentation, plan set preparation, and CAD support for transportation