Project Engineer

Garver Engineering; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Transportation Team in Ridgeland, MS. The role focuses on roadway geometry, drainage analyses, and traffic control during construction, with on-site collaboration in our Ridgeland office.

The ideal candidate will have an ABET-accredited civil engineering degree and EIT or PE registration, with 2–8 years of related experience and strong MS Office skills to contribute to project deliverables and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree required.
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• 2–8 years of related experience.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Establish roadway geometric design for horizontal and vertical alignments including super elevation.
• Evaluate drainage needs of open channels and storm sewer systems via hydrology and hydraulic calculations.
• Determine construction perimeters by 3D modeling of roadway corridors.
• Design traffic components including permanent and temporary traffic control during construction.
• Calculate quantities and assist in submittal production through plan sheet setup and drafting.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Eng. program

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak/InRoads

Open Roads

Job description

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Project Engineer

Ridgeland, Mississippi

Garver is seeking a Project Engineer to complement our reputable staff and join our growing Transportation Team in our Ridgeland, MS office to continue the tradition of providing quality service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Establishing the roadway geometric design for both horizontal and vertical alignments including super elevation.
• Evaluating the drainage needs of open channels and storm sewer systems thru hydrology and hydraulic calculations
• Determining construction perimeters by 3D modeling of roadway corridors.
• Designing traffic components of both permanent, and temporary traffic control during construction
• Calculating quantities and assisting in submittal production thru plan sheet setup and technical drafting.

There will be on the job training provided to help master these skills listed above.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)
• 2-8 yearsof related experience
• Strong communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in consulting engineering with a primary focus on transportation projects
• Experience with MicroStation, Geopak/InRoads, and Open Roads
• Familiarity with AASHTO's highway and traffic publications
• Previous experience in consulting engineering with a primary focus on MDOT transportation projects

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.