Roadway Project Engineer (Entry Level)

Garver Engineering; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver is seeking an entry-level Roadway Project Engineer in Franklin, Tennessee to assist in designing and producing construction documents for transportation projects. The role covers roadway components such as typical sections, geometry, drainage, erosion control, and safety and traffic plans, while also handling drafting, quantities, specs, and cost estimates.

The position calls for a civil engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, and EIT/EI eligibility or the ability to obtain it

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• EIT/EI or ability to become an EIT or EI within 1 year of employment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and creation of construction documents on transportation projects.
• Develop roadway design components including typical sections, geometry, drainage, erosion control, safety features and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Produce construction documents including drafting, quantity computations, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Train younger engineers and manage assignments for younger engineers and technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

EIT/EI eligibility within 1 year

Tools

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

MS Office

Job description

Roadway Project Engineer (Entry Level)

Franklin, Tennessee

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the design and creation of construction documents on a wide variety of transportation projects.
• Different roadway design components include typical sections, geometric layouts, drainage and hydraulic analysis, erosion control plans, safety features and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Assignments will also involve tasks associated with producing a set of construction documents including drafting, quantity computations, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Training younger engineers.
• Managing task assignments for younger engineers and technicians.
• To train our employees to see the "big picture" of our business, Garver provides engineers the opportunity to be involved in marketing aspects of project procurement. Garver begins the mentoring process to facilitate employees becoming successful professionals the moment they walk in the door.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI) or the ability to become a EIT or EI within 1 year of employment
• Strong communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience or internship in consulting engineering with a primary focus on transportation projects
• Experience with Microstation and Inroads/Open Roads
• Familiarity with AASHTO's highway and traffic publications

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.