Civil Engineer / Construction Manager

Ducks Unlimited • Garfield, MN

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited (DU) Minnesota has an opening for a Full-Time Engineer or Construction Manager in the Garfield, MN office or Remote (preferred in Southwest MN). The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects. Primary responsibilities will be in Minnesota. As a remote employee, you may be required to come in at any time, with reasonable notice, into a DU office (or other designated location) for meetings and other business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program.
• Demonstrated oral, written, and good communication skills are essential.
• Must be self-motivated, passionate about conservation, goal oriented and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering design and construction.
• Experience with surveying, Civil3D, HydroCAD, hydrology, hydraulics, civil design including structures and pump stations, erosion control, construction inspection and project management.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of project planning, design, contracting, and construction management functions on wetland, riparian, and associated habitat restoration projects.
• Project delivery responsibilities include scoping and proposal development, survey, engineering design, project bidding, field inspection, and occasional construction management.
• Maintain a close working relationship with local, state, and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners.
• Prepare proposal scope of work and budgets in close coordination with biological staff.
• Attend project meetings and collaborate with partners on site designs and functionality.
• Perform hydrological, soil, and topographic analysis for each restoration/enhancement site.
• Work with DU biologist to maximize ecological enhancements.
• Review engineered plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D and assist in drafting plans as needed.
• Prepare project reports, bidding documents, and cost estimates.
• Conduct field inspections, topographic surveys, and support construction management as needed.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, schedules, contracts, and budgets.
• Occasionally travel to partner/team meetings, construction activities, and site visits.
• Perform field work as required which could include strenuous outdoor activity in difficult environmental conditions.
• Trailer and operate an ATV and outboard boat when necessary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage
• Three weeks paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Ten paid holidays
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match)
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level