Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Volkert, Inc.; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

A regional engineering firm is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join their team in Texas, specifically in the Houston area. The role involves preparing reports and designs, evaluating design changes, and consulting with construction teams to ensure project success. Candidates must have a degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Key benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and employee stock ownership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify reports and designs for projects.
• Evaluate design changes and make recommendations.
• Consult with construction personnel about field conditions.
• Use engineering software to prepare documents.
• Submit documents for compliance review and permits.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Job description

Overview

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced *Civil Project Engineer – Transportation* to support our Southwest Region located in Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and modify reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects;
• Evaluate the need for design changes and make appropriate recommendations;
• Consult with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of construction activities;
• Use computer‑assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents;
• Adhere to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual;
• Submit documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtain required permits.

What You Need To Have

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited engineering program;
• 4+ years of relevant experience;
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE);
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment (including testing for substances such as marijuana per federal guidelines);
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Bonus Points If You Have

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Key Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);
• Medical, Dental, & Vision;
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching;
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays;
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance;
• Employer‑Paid short‑term and long‑term disability;
• Wellness incentives;
• Student Debt Retirement Match;
• Additional voluntary benefits.

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