Assistant Project Engineer

CEI Engineering Associates•,

20d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Engineer plans, designs, produces, and manages civil planning, reporting, and construction documents from the conceptual phase through construction using software and modeling programs. The role supports CEI’s long-term strategic objectives and applies the company’s guiding principles and vision. The position handles conventional engineering work with relatively few complex features, may be responsible for multiple project phases, and may receive support from designers, engineers, or technicians. It also assists with project budgeting, invoicing, coordination, client communication, quality control, and mentoring.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
Two years of related experience and/or training.
Ability to satisfactorily perform the essential duties of the role.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures, using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications.
Assist with preparing and reviewing cost estimates and project budgets, including estimating projected project hours.
Follow accounting processes, including completing pre-billing forms, reviewing final invoices, and addressing client and subcontractor invoice questions.
Review activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to assess project progress against timelines, costs, and client expectations.
Work with the Senior Project Engineer and Project Engineer to develop reports, specifications, preliminary hydrology and drainage analyses, plans, plat designs, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and civil or landscape designs.
Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
Follow CEI design standards and quality-control processes, including maintaining the revision diary.
Communicate as directed with clients, local agencies, peers, and project team members about plan changes, problems, and project status.
Attend regularly scheduled and ad hoc meetings, and work collaboratively with peers and supervisors.
Identify and attend continuing-education seminars and classes to develop expertise or meet licensure requirements.
Assist in training and mentoring Civil Designers, other Assistant Project Engineers, and interns.
Assist with coordinating work with Civil Designers and interns.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.