Utility Design Project Manager — Growth & Ownership

Weston & Sampson; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is expanding our Southeast practice and seeking experienced design engineers for our Apex, NC office. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of utility design experience and are licensed or able to obtain the NC PE.

The role involves assisting PMs, developing design plan sets, preparing specifications, estimating costs, and submitting permit packages. Travel within NC to client meetings, sites, or other offices is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• NC PE license or ability to obtain one as part of career development.
• Proficiency in MicroStation V8i or Open Roads is required to develop design plan sets.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with engineering work.
• Develop utility design plan sets for transportation and municipal projects per NCDOT formats.
• Prepare Utility Construction Provisions / Specifications per NCDOT/municipal requirements.
• Prepare cost/quantity estimates for projects at varying design stages.
• Prepare and submit Permit Packages to state agencies or municipalities.
• Travel within NC for meetings and site visits; may travel to other offices or conferences.
• Perform on-site field work to verify existing conditions and observe construction.
• Prepare legible, concise notes and drawings.
• Represent Weston & Sampson at meetings, conferences, and professional events.
• Read DOT plans to distinguish existing vs proposed conditions.
• Conduct Utility Conflict Analysis between roadway/hydraulic designs and existing utilities.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Client coordination

Education

BS in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license in NC

Tools

MicroStation V8i

Open Roads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Weston & Sampson is expanding our Southeast practice and seeking experienced design engineers for our Apex, NC office. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of utility design experience and are licensed or able to obtain the NC PE.

The role involves assisting PMs, developing design plan sets, preparing specifications, estimating costs, and submitting permit packages. Travel within NC to client meetings, sites, or other offices is expected.