Civil Engineer

Ackerman Estvold•Boise, ID

19d•$30 - $40

About The Position

Ackerman-Estvold is a full-service architectural and civil engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North Dakota, Montana, and Idaho. The firm provides services ranging from initial planning through project closeout. This entry-level Civil Engineer role in Boise supports projects from concept through construction. The engineer contributes to design development and field coordination, helping ensure plans are clear, buildable, and aligned with client needs and quality expectations. The work balances office-based CAD and documentation tasks with site observations, project communication, and coordination with internal teams, clients, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited program.
Working knowledge of CAD, specifically AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
Comfort analyzing data.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Support civil design and review plans for construction projects, prioritizing requirements and tracking updates.
Produce and refine design deliverables using AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
Assist with site observations and coordination, documenting progress and follow-up items.
Communicate project information clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Check plan sets, organize priorities, and prepare CAD updates.
Observe job-site progress, confirm details against drawings, and record notes for next steps.
Compile project documentation, identify upcoming items requiring attention, and participate in meetings to discuss project goals and resolve issues.
Maintain regular communication with clients and teammates to advance construction and design decisions.