Entry Level Civil Engineer - #3039

Wade Trim; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education reimbursement

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking an entry level Civil Engineer for our Taylor, MI Construction team to help improve infrastructure. A Bachelor's degree in civil/construction engineering and a valid driver's license are required; MDOT experience is preferred.

The role involves field inspections, plan interpretation, and supporting project tasks with a collaborative, client-focused approach. We offer a strong salary and benefits package, including education reimbursement, 401(k), and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering required.
• 0–4 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required; MDOT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans and specifications.
• Conduct field inspections and maintain work item quantities.
• Prepare construction reports and assist with proposals.
• Maintain project files and record drawings.
• Attend client, public, project and staff meetings.

Skills

0-4 years exp

Driver's license

MDOT exp preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Construction Eng

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for an Entry Level Civil Engineer to join our Construction team to improve infrastructure in our Taylor office. Candidates must have bachelor's degree in civil and/or construction engineering and a valid driver's license. MDOT experience is preferred. Individuals must be self-motivated and able to work well with others.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Interpret project plans and specifications
• Conduct field inspections and maintain work item quantities
• Conduct field or laboratory material test
• Maintain project files and record drawings
• Prepare construction reports
• Perform soil erosion control and sediment control inspections
• Review technical data for adherence with project requirements
• Assist with preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantities
• Assist with/review scope, budget and schedule of new project tasks
• Monitor task budget and progress
• Prepare project status and other reports
• Assist in the preparation of proposals
• Assist Project Managers
• Attend client, public, project and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, preconstruction, etc.
• Attend seminars and/or training classes
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering

Skills/Experience:

• 0 to 4 years of related experience
• A valid driver's license required
• MDOT experience is preferred

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affymative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.