Water Resources Project Engineer I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee‑owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States.

Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from ABET accredited program.
• 5-10 years’ experience in the discipline.
• Proficient in discipline specific design software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and information from studies to develop an accurate report for submittal.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, and geologic data to plan projects.
• Perform design computations.
• Design projects according to client specifications using design software and drawing tools.
• Develop or review construction cost estimates and contract plans.
• Attend client meetings and assist with taking meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and understand their role in the project.
• Quality review of project design per the Project Management Plan.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to Design Engineers.

Skills

Driver's license

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Discipline specific design software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

Design software

Job description

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee‑owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary

Responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and information from alternative studies to develop an accurate report for submittal.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects/tasks
• Perform design computations
• Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
• Develop or review the construction cost estimate.
• Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates
• Attend meetings with clients and assist taking meeting minutes
• Coordinate with other disciplines and understand how they fit into the project and design.
• Quality review of project design in accordance with the Project Management Plan.
• Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid driver's license

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program
• 5-10 years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Proficient in discipline specific design software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Written and communication skills

Qualifications Preferred

• Professional Engineer license
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.