Utility Project Engineer

Harris Kocher Smith; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Harris Kocher Smith is seeking a Project Engineer for its SUE and utility design team in Denver, CO. You will oversee SUE investigations, prepare design plans, manage projects from site investigation through municipal submittal, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires an EIT, Colorado PE or ability to obtain within 6 months, and at least 2 years in SUE/utility design. Strong communication and deadline-driven work are essential.

Qualifications

• EIT certification required.
• Colorado PE, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering and/or Utility Design.
• Local market experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SUE investigations and utility design plans.
• Manage utility design projects from preliminary site investigation through municipal submittal.
• Supervise junior staff and review design plans.
• Coordinate with field operation supervisors and municipalities to obtain plan approvals.

Skills

Communication

Project oversight

Deadline management

Team mentoring

Education

EIT Certification

Colorado PE or eligible within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Job description

HKS Civil is a local civil engineering, Subsurface Utility Engineering and surveying company. We offer an excellent opportunity to advance your career to the next level with a true Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) company.

About this job

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the oversight of SUE investigations and utility design plans. This role requires an understanding of utility design. You will be responsible for managing utility design projects from preliminary site investigation through municipal submittal. The role includes oversight of junior staff and review of design plans, coordination with field operation supervisors, and working with municipalities to obtain design plan approval.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Communicate with clients on utility designs, conflicts, and resolutions.
• Review and supervise junior staff members on Utility Plan set production.
• Coordinate with governing municipalities through plan submittal process.
• Recommend where supplemental field investigation is necessary.

Requirements

• EIT certification required
• Colorado PE, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering and/or Utility Design experience
• Local market experience preferred but not required

$90,000 – $120,000

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledgeable in the use of utility designation devices, ground penetrating radar and vacuum excavators.
• Experience with technical software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and/or MicroStation platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to handle tight deadlines

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) and employer match
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Educational opportunities including seminars, conferences, lunch and learns
• Personal Development Fund
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance programs
• Job security with SUE services mandated by CO state law

It is the policy of the Company to extend equal opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to recruitment, employment, promotion, assignment, training, demotion and discharge, and all other actions affecting personnel.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.