Civil Engineer PE

Jackola Engineering & Architecture; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Professional development

License fees paid

Flexible schedule (4-day workweek)

Dental, vision, and health plans

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jackola Engineering & Architecture is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer (PE) to join our Vancouver team. You will lead civil design efforts for land development and infrastructure projects, mentoring staff and coordinating with clients and agencies.

Responsibilities include developing constructible solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting BD activities while collaborating with engineers, surveyors, and planners. Travel for site visits may be required.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering required.
• 4+ years of civil engineering design experience.
• Strong knowledge of site development and permitting processes.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor civil design staff through design and construction phases.
• Develop practical, efficient civil solutions meeting objectives and client needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to prepare plans and specs.
• Coordinate with public agencies, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Navigate permits, land use processes, and stormwater regulations.
• Ensure designs meet codes and Jackola quality standards.
• Use Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and related tools for analysis and design.
• Support construction administration and respond to contractor questions.
• Contribute to proposals, interviews, and project budgeting.
• Build strong client and partner relationships.

Skills

PE license

Civil design

Mentoring

Client communication

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Microsoft 365

Job description

About this position

At Jackola Engineering & Architecture, we believe successful projects are built through strong relationships, thoughtful design, and talented people. We're looking for an experienced Civil Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license to join our Vancouver team and help shape communities through a wide variety of land development and infrastructure projects.

As part of our collaborative, full-service design team, you'll work alongside engineers, surveyors, architects, planners, and designers to deliver practical, high-quality solutions for both public and private sector clients. From subdivisions and stormwater systems to water infrastructure, site grading, erosion control, and roadway improvements, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

We're seeking a motivated professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, mentoring others, and working closely with clients, agencies, and project teams. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career while working on meaningful projects in a supportive and collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor civil design staff throughout project design and construction phases.
• Develop practical, efficient, and constructable solutions that meet project objectives and client needs.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to develop civil engineering concepts, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with public agencies, clients, contractors, manufacturers, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Navigate jurisdictional requirements, permitting processes, land use applications, and stormwater management regulations.
• Ensure civil designs meet applicable codes, regulatory standards, and Jackola's quality expectations.
• Utilize industry software to evaluate and design grading, drainage, stormwater, water, sewer, and related civil infrastructure systems.
• Support construction administration activities and respond to contractor questions during construction.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation, project interviews, client presentations, and conceptual project budgeting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency representatives, and industry partners.

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in civil engineering design.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, site development, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Knowledge of permitting processes, land use applications, and stormwater management practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities, exercise sound judgment, and mentor junior staff.
• Demonstrated flexibility, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities to support long-term project and client goals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Civil 3D.

WHY JOIN JACKOLA?

At Jackola, we are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally. We believe that when our people have the resources, trust, and encouragement they need to thrive, our projects and communities benefit as well.

What we offer:

• Profit Sharing Opportunities that allow employees to share in the company's success.
• Professional development and continuing education assistance.
• Paid professional registration and licensing fees.
• Flexible scheduling, including opportunities for a four-day workweek.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and security, including company paid dental, vision, as well as three health plan options.
• A collaborative, team-first culture where your perspective and leadership are valued.

Join Jackola Engineering & Architecture and help us create places and solutions that matter.