Project Engineer - Civil

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Personal Paid Leave

401K Program with Employer Match

Professional Development Program

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Newark is seeking an experienced Project Engineer - Civil to focus on technical areas like roadway/site design and lead civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate has over seven years of relevant experience and a PE license in New York or New Jersey. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant highway/site design experience.
• Seven years of relevant civil design experience.
• Proven leadership skills with engineering staff.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Focus on technical areas including roadway/site design.
• Provide technical direction over a group of civil engineers.
• Conduct constructability reviews for civil engineering projects.
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines and departments.
• Market IEI capabilities to new and existing clients; develop new relationships.

Skills

Highway/site design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leadership skills

Strong team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (I E I) New York and New Jersey Offices are looking for an experienced Project Engineer - Civil to join our Team for a project in Manhattan! We are a leading engineering firm known for quality, responsiveness, and a proven track record of success as a Prime civil engineering firm.

As the Project Engineer - Civil, the candidate will focus on technical areas which include roadway/site design, pavement design, aviation airside and landside design, site design, passenger and freight rail design, utility design, stormwater design and Environmental regulatory compliance/permitting. You will be responsible for applying intensive and diversified knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices in broad areas.

In addition, you will use advanced techniques, theory precepts, and practices in the civil engineering field and related sciences and disciplines; and this lead position will give technical direction over a group of civil engineers and/or functions as a technical specialist, formulating and developing advanced civil engineering concepts. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, Ingenuity!

Essential Responsibilities/Experience and Skills:

• At least two (2) years of relevant highway/site design experience, and a total of 4 years engineering design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D software application
• Experience preparing contract documents, specifications, and estimates
• Familiarity with AASHTO and/or similar guidelines
• Conducts constructability reviews and assists in the design/planning/review of civil engineering design projects.
• Coordinates technical and administrative activities with other disciplines and other departments.
• Markets the firm's capabilities within the civil engineering specialty to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• May supervise civil engineering and support personnel; evaluates performance; assigns and schedules work; establish project priorities and standards.
• Perform QA/QC of plans, calculations, specifications, and quantities as per IEI QA/QC plan.
• Serve as a public relations ambassador - Be proactive in presenting and communicating the capabilities and strengths of the company to the public.
• Take the initiative in developing and/or refining existing templates and procedures to streamline effort for the entire team.
• Take time to train and mentor colleagues on acquired skill sets to improve overall team quality and performance.

To Be Successful

You will bring your A-game every day and come ready to provide leadership and collaboration and create a dynamic environment for your team! To join IEI's team and take on this role, you will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering college or university.
• At least seven (7) years of relevant civil design experience. Project management may be considered relevant depending on the nature of work. Note, Construction management will not be considered relevant experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in either New York or New Jersey required.
• Proven leadership skills with engineering staff and organizations.
• Strong team player in a multi-disciplinary environment who can work on and contribute to several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form
• Familiarity of various forms of construction project delivery methods (i.e – DBB, DB, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand contract documents including drawings, specifications and provisions of work.
• Familiarity with Port Authority Civil Design Guidelines, federal/state/local regulations and typical codes and standards.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Proficient communication skills and use of common software applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)

Benefits and Perks

• Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Program
• An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
• Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Work Conditions

• IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable driver's record.
• Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime.
• Usually works in outside weather conditions.

The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work outdoors in various weather conditions, possibly for an extended period, depending on the assignment type. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The noise level on the construction site is often loud and may require hearing protection.

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and full inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, interview, or other recruitment activities, please contact our Human Resources department at 312-392-2796 or [e-mail].

Accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal opportunity.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. at the time of hire. IEI is not able to sponsor or transfer employment visas at this time.