Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Nevada or ability to obtain within 6 months
Minimum of 5 years of roadway design experience
Proficiency in Autodesk Civil3D and Microsoft Office
Strong technical skills for engineering tasks
Responsibilities
Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates with a team
Create detailed construction drawings using Civil 3D
Enforce quality assurance procedures for high-quality work
Oversee technical aspects of projects or tasks
Coordinate with various disciplines and external agencies
Perform field reviews for design assessments
Mentor and supervise less experienced engineers
Benefits
Dynamic team environment with high-level professional services
Opportunities for professional development and mentoring
Supportive company culture with emphasis on quality work
Diverse project types allowing for varied experience
Work in a vibrant location—Las Vegas, Nevada
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our transportation service team in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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, project sizes, and project managers.
Requirements
Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Prepare supporting design calculations and detailed construction drawings using Civil 3D
Produce high-quality work and implement and maintain quality assurance procedures
Oversee the technical aspects of various tasks or projects
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
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 submittals and RFIs
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery for assigned tasks
Make decisions independently regarding 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
Lead by example - display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism
Required Skills:
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 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
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Nevada (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in roadway design
About Westwood Professional Services
Westwood Professional Services is a multi-disciplined surveying and engineering firm that provides services for residential and commercial development, wind and solar energy, power delivery, and oil and gas pipeline projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Westwood has over 500 employees and operates in several states across the United States.
