Civil Engineer

Cherokee Federal • San Antonio, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support facility project planning and execution at JBSA. This full-time, on-site position supports projects from initial requirements and design through construction and closeout, providing responsive, flexible, full-spectrum installation engineering services. The work supports 802 CE missions, including facility investment planning, design and construction, operations support, real property management, energy support, environmental compliance and restoration, audit assertions, acquisition, and program management. The unit operates at more than 75 locations worldwide.

The role is suited to a hands-on project manager with a civil engineering background who can develop scopes of work, prepare construction cost estimates, manage design activities, and oversee facility projects through execution. Air Force or DoD facility project management experience is highly desired. The position also includes civil engineering programming and planning work, with a focus on installation infrastructure and asset management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 5 years of experience within the last 10 years in Air Force or Department of Defense facility and infrastructure Operations & Maintenance project planning.
• At least 5 years of USAF Civil Engineering experience in engineering project programming and strategic planning for installation infrastructure development.
• Knowledge of Air Force Asset Management philosophy, techniques, and strategy, including Air Force Comprehensive Asset Management Plan project prioritization and Air Force Activity Management Plan budgeting for facilities, utilities, transportation and airfield pavements, natural infrastructure, and real property requirements and opportunities.
• Advanced knowledge of asset management principles and demonstrated implementation experience, including the ability to present this knowledge to senior civil engineering management.
• Ability to assess risks, costs, and benefits to optimize Air Force assets’ cradle-to-grave performance and value and maximize mission support.
• Working knowledge and demonstrated skill in leading installation migration to asset management processes that support informed decisions using mission considerations and asset performance data, including space utilization, condition, and operational costs.
• Strong organization and management skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Air Force or DoD facility project management experience is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of cost estimating using RS Means, PACES, DoD Pricing Guide, or other tools; lifecycle cost estimating experience is emphasized over experience with specific DoD-approved tools such as PACES.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility renovation, repair, improvement, and construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop project requirements, scopes of work, and supporting technical documentation.
• Conduct site and facility surveys to gather preliminary information.
• Complete Base Civil Engineer Work Requests (DD Form 1391) and Military Construction Project Data (AF Form 332) based on survey results to validate requirements and support project advancement or alternate courses of action.
• Track requests and enter programming-level data for approved packages into the NEXGEN IT automated program management system.
• Support project turnover and closeout, including DD Form 1354 documentation.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, Air Force requirements, and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).
• Review drawings, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and design packages.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate with Government stakeholders, facility users, designers, and construction contractors.
• Coordinate projects with engineers across disciplines and/or architects.
• Work with engineering and architecture professionals to ensure design, construction, and operations considerations are addressed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.

What This Job Offers

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