HuittZollars

Civil Engineer - Public Works

HuittZollars • $75K — $95K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
  • 5+ years of civil engineering design experience in Public Works.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
  • Proficient in surface water hydrology and hydraulic programs, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel and Word software.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Capability to design digital and printed engineering documents.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design schematics, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Coordinate with engineers-in-training, designers, and drafters on project tasks.
  • Review shop drawings and facilitate construction administration activities.
  • Manage project proposals, scopes, budgets, and execution tracking.
  • Complete projects in line with client specifications, schedules, and budgets.
  • Oversee online meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute meeting minutes.
  • Ensure quality control measures are adhered to on all projects.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional credential fee reimbursement
  • Employee morale and team-building activities
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • On-site amenities including a state-of-the-art gym and covered parking.
Full Job Description
Civil Engineer - Public Works

Role Description: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Civil Engineer with at least five years of experience and will be a registered Professional Engineer for our Dallas office. This role will include Civil Engineering work in our Public Work Practice Area.

Location: Dallas, Texas

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Registered Professional Engineer (PE License) Required

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Duties:
  • Serve as Civil Engineer in the development of design schematics, construction plans, specifications and estimates.
  • Coordinate with EITs, designers and drafters.
  • Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration.
  • Support project proposals, scopes, budgets, and manage execution and tracking of projects.
  • Complete projects within client specifications, budgets and schedules.
  • Coordinate online meetings, preparation of meeting agendas, and distribution of meeting.
  • Will work on all types of projects, but the focus will be on Public Works projects. This will include design development from concept design phase through completion of construction documents.
  • The site development will include but not be limited to grading, floodplain mitigation, drainage, drainage detention, paving, and utilities. The individual will be coordinating with other disciplines within HZI and well as sub-consultants including Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, etc. throughout the design phase.
  • The individual will also be coordinating with and providing direction to engineers-in-training, CADD technicians, and project support staff to prepare the project documents (drawings and technical specifications) for permitting and bidding.
  • The individual will provide construction administration support for such activities as contractor submittal reviews, contractor requests for information, review of contractor monthly invoices and provide recommendations for invoice approvals, participation in construction progress meetings, occasional site visits as necessary.
  • The individual will also provide support for the development of scopes of work, labor hour estimates, and project scheduling for new projects. On occasion as directed, individual will communicate directly with clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
  • Productively collaborates with PMs and encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
  • Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Assists PM on ensuring that quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
  • Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
  • Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the PM on assigned project tasks.
  • Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
  • Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
  • Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish tasks.
  • Assists PM as needed on work planning. Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Assists PM on ensuring proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
  • Assists PMs as needed on reviewing project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Assists PM in leading successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).

Role Competencies:
  • Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
  • Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
  • Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
  • Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
  • 5+ years of civil engineering design experience in Public Works.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
  • Proficient in surface water hydrology and hydraulic programs, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel and Word software.
  • Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to present in a meeting.
  • Ability to design printed and digital engineering documents.
  • Ability to write clearly to communicate technical issues and design ideas.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies

Benefits & Perks:
  • Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • MDLive Telehealth
  • Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
  • Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
  • Term Life / AD&D insurance
  • Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

This position will office out of our Dallas, TX location in a 'Class A' office space including a state-of-the-art gym (no cost), covered parking, food court, and more.

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
  • The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

About HuittZollars

Huitt-Zollars is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design and planning services for various types of projects, including transportation, healthcare, and commercial buildings. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Huitt-Zollars has offices in various locations across the United States, including California, Colorado, and New Mexico. The company has a team of over 1,000 professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality services to clients.
Learn more about HuittZollars
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1975
* Ladders Estimates

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