Civil Project Engineer P.E.

Crafton Tull•Jonesboro, AR

About The Position

Crafton Tull is a 100% employee-owned planning, design, and surveying firm. The Civil Project Engineer plans and designs engineering projects, including streets, roads, residential and commercial developments, municipal and institutional facilities, industrial facilities, drainage projects, and channels. The role analyzes technical and site data, evaluates project feasibility and costs, prepares design and project documentation, coordinates with clients and government officials, and tracks project progress. In a project manager role, the position follows the CTA Project Management Plan and ensures assigned project contributors follow it. The role may supervise the design work of engineers and technicians supporting assigned projects. Travel of up to 50% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BS) from an accredited four-year college or university.
At least four years of related experience or training.
Must be certified as a Professional Engineer (PE) and licensed as a Professional Engineer in Arkansas.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; write speeches and publication articles in a prescribed style; and present information effectively to management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Ability to work with algebra, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Computer knowledge including databases, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Hydro flow, HEC-RAS, design, Internet, project management, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

Analyze reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, aerial photographs, and other data relating to soil composition, terrain, hydrology, and topography to plan and design projects.
Calculate costs, assess project feasibility based on collected data, and prepare detailed cost estimates.
Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to create engineering and design documents.
Prepare and modify reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, legal documentation, easements, and project designs.
Meet periodically with clients to coordinate changes, communicate additional requirements, receive input, answer questions, and resolve issues.
Coordinate with government officials to obtain required project approvals and permits.
Coordinate project activity with officials, support staff, subcontractors, laboratories, and other entities.
Track project progress and prepare activity reports in accordance with regulations, company policy, and client needs.
Research regulations, products, and design techniques to address client needs.
Keep abreast of changing techniques, materials, codes, regulations, and software by attending seminars, briefings, and other forums.
In the project manager role, adhere to the CTA Project Management Plan and ensure others working on assigned projects adhere to it.
May supervise the design work of engineers and technicians supporting assigned projects.