Community Development - Civil Engineer-in-Training

Stantec; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Denver to support project execution from preliminary design to construction drawings. You will assist with scope, budget, and scheduling, and help prepare grading, drainage, and street improvement documents for public works projects across the western US.

The role emphasizes field observation, coordination with internal and external teams, and developing technical design solutions under supervision of senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D and AutoTURN.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and managing the project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Support Civil Engineers preparing grading, drainage, and street improvements drawings.
• Prepare construction quantity estimates and basic cost analyses.
• Coordinate with design teams and external consultants to ensure on-time delivery.
• Perform field work/construction observation under supervision as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Public works knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

AutoTURN

Hydrology software

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

Our established Community Development group is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to support Civil Engineers working on a range of projects, from commercial pad site and data center developments to large master planned communities and municipal infrastructure improvements projects for various cities and public agency clients.

As the Civil EIT, you will help produce engineering drawing sets for preliminary designs through to final engineering construction drawings. In this role you will also support construction administration for public works roadway corridors and site development projects. Our team supports a wide range of public clients and project types with opportunities for our talented and motivated team members / partners.This is your chance to be part of a team that is making an impact in our local, national and global communities.

The ideal candidate will bring a technical background and Civil engineering skills to support Civil Engineering Leaders and project managers from across the western US. As a Civil EIT, you will be responsible for preparing technical design solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and managing the project scope, budget, and schedule.


• Support Civil Engineers preparing grading, drainage, wet utility, street improvements, and other civil engineering design documents, as well as hydrology/hydraulic storm water modeling and hydraulic modeling of pipe networks.


• Prepare and revise documentation for projects from feasibility analysis to construction close out.


• Participate in constructability review.


• Prepare construction quantity estimates and basic opinion of cost analysis.


• Participate in coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, subcontractors, and vendors.


• Coordinate with design teams, subconsultants and other project partners to ensure on time delivery, technical quality and within budget


• Perform field work/construction observation under the supervision of a senior engineer/designer and/or construction manager as needed.


• Collect and analyze data and perform calculations that support civil system design decisions and development process.


• Interpret and verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.


• Utilize three-dimensional technologies and modeling software in development, design and analysis of civil systems.


• Assist in the review of shop drawings and submittals, respond to request for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong problem-solving skills related to the delivery of infrastructure projects.


• Comprehensive technical understanding of various phases of infrastructure projects, including conventional and alternative delivery methods.


• Ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.


• Experience with technical guidelines, codes and construction standards of key public authorities


• Knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards.


• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.


• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Strong understanding of the functionality of relevant design software, including AutoCAD, Civil3D and Auto-Turn, locally accepted hydrology and hydraulic programs, etc.


• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.


• Minimum 2 years of experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$74,600.00 - $104,400.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.


• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.


• In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).


• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.


• The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

United States | CO | Denver

Organization

BC-1720 CommDev-US Southwest

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.