Project Engineer, Utility Coordination

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.•Austin, TX

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Utility Coordination Project Engineer in our Austin, Texas office. Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Requirements

3+ years of professional experience, EIT or PE may be required.
Knowledge of standard engineering and scientific techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.
Familiarity with CobbFendley’s QA/QC Management System.
Skills including use of industry-standard computer software for the position (i.e., software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic models).
Ability to use spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software.

Nice To Haves

Proficient // General understanding and practical experience; capable of working independently with growing efficiency.

Responsibilities

Complete intermediate design and analysis tasks using determined software and criteria, under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
Work independently to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications of assignments.
Escalate unusual problems and work reviewed for application.
Utilize Company QA/QC processes and procedures to review tasks and documents.
Work with supervisor, project manager, mentors, and various internal personnel to complete assignments within discipline and other disciplines.
Utilize formal education and practical experience in assignments.
Attend internal or external training, as assigned.
Assist with onboarding and entry level training of Graduate Engineer I and II.
Work with internal clients daily, problem solve minor issues and escalate concerns when needed.
Attend client meetings.
To assist the Project Manager in all aspects of various utility-based projects.
Prepare utility relocation schedule and tracks project deliverables.
Request for as-builts from utility owners.
Set up and maintain electronic files for received utility records.
Assist in interpreting various Subsurface Utility Engineering quality level data in order to analyze utility conflicts and develop concept plan.
Assist in preparing cost estimates.
Assist in setting up and maintaining project electronic files.
Assist in developing/maintaining project schedules.
Assist in maintaining client exhibits (KMZ & GIS) which define project scope of work.
Assist in coordinating field investigation requests.
Assist in reviewing design drawings (QA/QC).
Assist in reviewing permit drawings (QA/QC).
Assist in reviewing GIS geodatabase deliverables (QA/QC).
Assist in updating internal and client project trackers.
Assist in keeping abreast of design changes from clients.
Assist in responding to design questions from CAD Technicians.
Assist in responding to requests from clients.
Assist in the preparation of contracts, fee proposals, scopes of work, and invoices.
Prepare utility progress reports.
Prepare Utility Agreement Assembly packages.