Project Civil Engineer

Nichols Consulting Engineers

$110K — $140K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • 3-10 years of professional civil engineering experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
  • Experience with transportation, roadway, and utility projects
  • Strong knowledge of ADA compliance, multimodal elements, stormwater, and green infrastructure
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and generate plans, specifications, and engineers' estimates (PS&E)
  • Support projects of varying size and complexity
  • Review and integrate field reports prepared by staff specialists
  • Organize field work and assign tasks to technical staff
  • Provide technical guidance to project team members
  • Oversee engineering work and ensure quality deliverables
  • Conduct research on regulatory requirements, design guidelines, and local, state, and federal standards

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
  • Support in leading projects and client interactions
  • Chance to influence impactful infrastructure projects
  • Participation in professional organizations and industry events
Full Job Description
As a Project Civil Engineer, you will:
  • Prepare and generate plans, specifications, and engineers' estimates (PS&E).
  • Support projects of varying size and complexity.
  • Review and integrate field reports prepared by staff specialists.
  • Organize field work and assign tasks to technical staff.
  • Provide technical guidance to project team members.
  • Oversee engineering work and ensure quality deliverables.
  • Conduct research on regulatory requirements, design guidelines, and local, state, and federal standards.
  • Collaborate with internal and external clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
  • Assist in developing written project scopes and proposals and identify new business opportunities.
  • Represent NCE at professional organizations and industry events.

Qualifications (Must Have):
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 3-10 years of professional civil engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Experience with transportation, roadway, and utility projects.
  • Strong knowledge of ADA compliance, multimodal elements, stormwater, and green infrastructure.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months.

Qualifications (Nice to Have):
  • 10+ years of professional experience.
  • Experience with state and local agency projects and federally/state-funded documentation.
  • Expertise in complete streets, roadway rehabilitation, drainage, ecological restoration, and water quality improvements.
  • Experience in business development, proposal writing, and client management.

Working Conditions: May require field work (e.g., construction equipment and sites, roadway, drilling coring rigs, remote locations, contaminated sites)

Salary range: $110,000 to $140,000 annually depending on experience.

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