Civil Project Engineer - SUE

McKim & Creed, Inc. • Stafford, TX

3h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Civil Project Engineer - SUE, you will work with project teams in the development and completion of Sub-Surface Utility Engineering (SUE) projects, working directly with both office and field staff, ensuring projects remain within budget and on schedule. You are required to have a degree in Civil Engineering, at least 3 years of professional experience, and be registered in Texas as a Professional Engineer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 3-5 years’ professional engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer registration in Texas or the ability to acquire registration quickly through reciprocity.
• TxDOT Pre-Certification in 18.2.1 Subsurface Utility Engineering or the ability to acquire precertification quickly is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• The ability to balance multiple work assignments on multiple projects at the same time.
• The ability to work alone but also effectively as part of a team.
• Process-oriented thinking with strong organizational and technical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to take and understand directives.
• The ability to complete work consistently, with moderate flexibility to accommodate varying demands from Project Managers.
• Candidates are required to have a valid driver's license, pass a 3-year prior to employment DMV background check and criminal record as determined by McKim & Creed.
• Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Research experience with as-built record drawings from utilities as required for use in project designs preferred.
• Experience with Subsurface Engineering and TxDOT-related projects Preferred
• Familiar with design software such as AutoCAD Civil3D and Microstation ORD.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivation to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed’s Core Values.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role

Responsibilities

• Work with the project team to create an action plan for the development and project completion of assigned Sub-Surface Utility Engineering projects, ensuring projects remain within a specified budget and schedule.
• Interact and work directly with field and office staff.
• Balance multiple tasks on multiple projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Coordinate with other SUE departments when necessary.
• Participate in site visits, agency meetings, and municipal meetings as needed.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Move around the office including movement between floors and workstations.
• Use repeated motions (e. g., typing, reaching, bending, lifting, and carrying).

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees