Construction Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Construction Engineer to support field inspection, data analysis, and project administration in the Fort Pierce area. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree (ABET-accredited), Engineer-in-Training status, and 0–5 years of experience, with proficiency in engineering software and MS Office.

Candidate must have strong communication skills; immigration sponsorship is limited to TN visa eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer-in-training certification.
• 0–5 years of civil engineering experience.
• Proficient in discipline-specific software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain client-required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field inspection and oversight of construction activities
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other data
• Perform data analysis and computations to provide alternate field solutions
• Assist in managing projects and administering contracts in accordance with client specifications and guidelines
• Assist with preparing and reviewing project proposals
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents and Quality Assurance reviews

Skills

Communication skills

Engineering software

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering program

Engineer-in-Training certification

Tools

Discipline-specific software

Job description

Construction Engineer

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Construction Management Team is seeking a Construction Engineer for the Fort Pierce, Florida area. The successful candidate will be responsible for construction engineering using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist with field inspection and oversight of construction activities
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to complete a task
• Perform data analysis and computations to provide alternate field solutions
• Assist in managing projects and administering contracts in accordance with client specifications and guidelines
• Assist with preparing and reviewing project proposals
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents and Quality Assurance reviews

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program
• Engineer-in-training certification
• 0-5 years of experience in civil engineering or related field
• Proficient in discipline specific software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Written and oral communication skills
• Ability to obtain Qualifications/Certifications as required by client

Qualifications Preferred

• Degree focused on Construction Management
• Related experience
• Experience working with local clients at the municipal and state level

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 50% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lb as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 50% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.