Job Information
DOWL Civil Project Engineer in Reno, Nevada
Description
DOWL has thrived as an established, highly reputable, professional services consulting firm for over 60 years, recognizing that the foundation of our past, present, and our future is our people. It takes a strong collaboration between our recruiting team and our hiring managers to find the right talent at the right time. DOWL’s foundation is built on four core values: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Inspiration. These values are rooted in everything we do. As a valued partner on our Site Design team, you will be one of the People Who Make It Happen!
Summary
The Civil Project Engineer is responsible for performing complete calculations and comprehensive design services for a variety of civil engineering and site development projects with little to no oversight. The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, demonstrate a desire to learn new design concepts, apply judgement and discretion, and have excellent organizational and communication skills. A successful Civil Project Engineer 1 demonstrates advanced proficiency with drafting fundamentals and AutoCAD Civil 3D design software. Other duties include making site visits, coordinating with clients and approval agencies, preparing complex construction documents, estimating construction costs and, preparing complex written reports. They also delegate tasks and mentor those with less experience. This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .
Software
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) - Proficient
Market Sector Software (AutoCAD/C3D, HydroCAD, AutoTurn/Vehicle Tracking) - Proficient
Technical Expertise
Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals related to the market sector
Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes and complexities
Mentors others on technical tasks and skills
Performs quality control of moderately complex deliverables
Teamwork
Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments. Independent thinker and provides clear communication and direction to others and takes responsibility for their results.
Project Delivery
Produces the following independently and oversee others with less experience:
Identify design criteria
Site layout and grading
Utility plans and profiles
Street plans and profiles
Tentative plans
Permitting exhibits
Construction plans
Traffic control plans
Erosion control plans
Quantity takeoffs
Specifications
Technical reports and memos
Storm calculations
ADA designs
Offsite improvements designs
Permit applications
Construction details and notes
Services during construction (RFI and submittal review, construction observation and inspection, and record drawings)
Understanding Budget and Schedule
Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks.; Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Mentors others on above. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget.
Industry Standards and Regulations
Interprets, selects, and employs the following design codes with advanced skill;
Local jurisdiction
Local DOT
PROWAG
ASTM
AWWA
MUTCD
DEQ
Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes; understands limitations of design codes.
Client Interaction
Frequent direct communications with clients to resolve technical issues on moderate to complex projects. Leads client project meetings. Understands appropriate messaging. Understands legal risks.
Other
Other duties as assigned.
Level of Work/Accountability
Performs advanced levels of technical work on large, complex projects as a trusted technical member of the market sector. Operates with a high level of autonomy. Reviews the work of others. May perform some project management tasks.
Supervisory Duties
May be a supervisor:
Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Recruits and hires new employees
Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree required
Years of experience required: 6 years
Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
PE required
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Geographical locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)