Civil Project Engineer, Transportation

Westwood Professional Services • Appleton, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our transportation service team in Appleton, Wisconsin. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of diverse roadway design experience. Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in roadway design
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines
• Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Autodesk Civil3D, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient in the use of national design standards (MUTCD, AASHTO, etc.)
• Proficient in applying ADA/PROWAG criteria in public infrastructure design
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks
• Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures

Responsibilities

• Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of various size and complexity
• Prepare plan documents and supporting design calculations
• Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Produce high-quality work and implement and maintain quality assurance procedures
• Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
• Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
• Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
• Coordinate with Clients depending on project role.
• Identify applicable codes, standards or other design requirements
• Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates
• Perform field reviews and other assessments for use in design
• Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittits and RFIs
• Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
• Make decisions independently in regard to various issues and methods
• Prioritize and manage own workload
• Mentor, train and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel
• Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism

Benefits

• Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What This Job Offers

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