Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program
6-10+ years of experience in a specialized discipline
Understanding of OpenRoads software
Proficient in discipline-specific design software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Effective presentation skills
Responsibilities
Support the Project Manager by executing project management tasks, including developing estimates and scope
Provide design status updates to the Project Manager
Track budgets for discipline tasks
Oversee sub-tasks within the discipline for projects
Execute quality control and assurance plans as per the PMP
Delegate project tasks to team members
Coach and mentor design staff throughout the design process
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with opportunities for mentorship
Engagement with local clients at county and state levels
Potential for professional growth and development
Involvement in diverse projects with varying scopes
Occasional fieldwork experience in different environmental conditions
Full Job Description
Position summary: Responsible for leading the engineering design for tasks or sub-tasks in a specialized discipline by using basic project management and advanced knowledge of general engineering principles. Coordinates with design and other project engineers to efficiently complete project goals delivered on schedule, budget, and of quality.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Supporting overall Project Manager by executing project management responsibilities for respective discipline, including, developing hours estimates, scope, etc.
Provide design status updates to the Project Manager.
Track the budgets of discipline task(s).
Oversee sub-tasks within their respective discipline for a project.
Executing quality control and quality assurance plans as provided by the PMP for project.
Delegate project tasks to project team members.
Coaching/mentoring design staff through the design process.
Provide consultative services to the client(s), including attending client meetings, providing timely updates, and appropriate solutions to meet their expectations.
Collaborate and manage project sub-consultants and other internal disciplines
Develop extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
Perform alternative studies, evaluate impacts, develop and finalize reports for client.
Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope.
Design projects using advanced discipline knowledge, client specifications and guidelines using design software and drawing tools.
Perform or check design computations
Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimates
Coordinate with internal team members to ensure alignment and project completion by the defined deadline and established quality.
Technical oversight and guidance/support of Design Engineers within department
(If Manages Others) Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.
Nonessential functions and responsibilities:
Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
6 or 10+ years' experience in specialized discipline
Understanding of OpenRoads
Proficient in discipline specific design software
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Written and communication skills
Presentation skills
Qualifications preferred:
Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
Professional Engineer License
Working Conditions:
Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.
About Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT) is an engineering and architecture firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental engineering, construction management, and surveying. The company serves clients in the transportation, environmental, and construction industries, as well as government agencies and municipalities. JMT is headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, and has offices throughout the United States. The company was founded in 1971 and has grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the country. JMT is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of renewable energy sources and the implementation of green building practices.
