Civil Engineering Technician

Bolton & Menk, Inc

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plan

Overtime compensation

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) Match Program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to support design and construction observation, with a focus on office drafting and some fieldwork.

You will assist with design computations, prepare plans and estimates, and coordinate with City staff and contractors. Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology and CAD proficiency are required; valid driver's license and readiness for outdoor work are essential. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
CAD proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and MicroStation.
Knowledge of DOT standard specifications and standard plans.
Willingness to perform field observations and outdoor work.
Valid driver’s license and transportation to project sites.

Responsibilities

Assisting with design and construction phase activities on various projects.
Performing basic design computations and preliminary layout and design.
Assisting with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates.
Construction observation duties including staking, documentation, measurements, and coordinating with contractors and city staff.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to work outdoors

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

DOT standard specifications

Job description

Des Moines
430 EAST GRAND AVENUE
SUITE 101
DES MOINES, IA 50309, USA

Bolton & Menk has a great opportunity for a Civil Engineering Technician to join our Des Moines team! As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

We are looking to add a Civil Engineering Technician who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! This role will include a focus on office drafting but may also include field work as needed.

What You Will Be Doing:

Assisting with design and construction phase activities on variousprojects
Performing basic design computations and preliminary layout and design
Assisting with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties such as documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, residents and City staff.

What We Are Looking For:

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution or previous experience with infrastructure design and/or construction observation.
Knowledge and skills in CAD and design software. (i.e., AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation)
Working knowledge and experience working with DOT standard specifications, standard plans, and standard plates preferred.
Working knowledge of design and construction techniques and procedures.
Must possess a valid drivers license and your own transportation. You will be reimbursed for business-related travel.
Must be capable of working in extended outdoor conditions and you must be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the construction observation duties.

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Bolton & Menk is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to specific geographic location. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Supporting Our Employees

There’s life at work and life outside of work. Bolton & Menk has a number of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout whatever stage of life you are in.

Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
401(k) Match Program
Paid time off (PTO)
Six paid company holidays
Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
Parental leave
Short term and Long-term disability
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Vision insurance

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff ...

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

MicroStation

Novice

CIVIL3D

Novice

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Preferred

Associate of Science or better in Civil Engineering Technology or related field.