Project Engineer

Garver Engineering; Overland Park, Cary (KS, NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Transportation Team in Overland Park. This role involves designing construction documents, evaluating drainage needs, and assisting in traffic control measures. The company fosters a mentoring environment, encouraging professional growth from day one. With a commitment to work-life balance, they offer competitive salary packages and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of related experience in civil engineering.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and creation of construction documents.
• Evaluate drainage needs and perform hydrology calculations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microstation

Geopak SS4

Open Roads Designer (ORD)

Job description

Careers

Project Engineer

Location: Overland Park, Kansas

Garver is seeking a Project Engineer to join our growing Transportation Team at our Kansas City or Overland Park office to continue providing reputable service to our clients.

As part of the Transportation Team, this position will work under a project manager and support the team through the following responsibilities:

1. Assisting in the design and creation of construction documents for various transportation projects.
2. Establishing roadway geometric designs, including horizontal and vertical alignments and super elevation, using 3D modeling of roadway corridors.
3. Evaluating drainage needs of open channels and storm sewer systems through hydrology and hydraulic calculations.
4. Designing permanent and temporary traffic control measures during construction.
5. Calculating quantities and preparing cost estimates.
6. Assisting in technical drafting of schematics and plan sets.

Garver encourages employees to see the "big picture" of our business by providing opportunities to be involved in marketing aspects of project procurement. We foster a mentoring environment to help employees become successful professionals from day one.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 2-5 years of related experience
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification

Preferred Skills

• Experience in consulting engineering with a focus on transportation projects
• Experience with Microstation, Geopak SS4, or Open Roads Designer (ORD)
• Familiarity with AASHTO, MoDOT, and local design criteria and traffic publications
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri or ability to obtain reciprocity within three months of hire

Grow With Us

Garver offers programs such as company-paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses, and continuing education opportunities. We provide tools, resources, and an environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. Our competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and wellness programs reflect our commitment to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm with expertise in aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services, surveying, advisory services, and construction engineering and inspection. Recognized in the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms, with over 1,300 employees, Garver is known for its people-first culture and innovative, client-focused service, consistently recognized as a top firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn more at GarverUSA.com.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, based on capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

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