Civil Project Engineer

Project Engineer

At Jones & DeMille Engineering, we are dedicated to serving as the premier community improvement leaders in rural America. Guided by our core values, we are committed to shaping the quality of life for our team members, clients, and communities. Our mission is rooted in technical excellence, enduring relationships, and innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. We encourage a culture of opportunity, collaboration, and success, empowering our team to thrive while balancing professional growth with personal well-being. Together, we are shaping brighter futures and better communities.

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for planning and designing of moderately complex projects while working closely with Project Management to facilitate the successful accomplishment of project goals and objectives.

Position Type: Full-time

Organizational Relationships:

• Accountable to the Team Leader
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with Office Managers, Project Managers, all Engineering team members, and other technical team members

Primary Responsibilities:

In your role as Project Engineer, you will be part of our growing team by performing the functions and duties listed below:

Engineering:

• Accountable for the systematic and consistent design for multiple engineering projects, contributing to the overall success of the office and our organization
• Develop design drawings and specifications coordinating with other disciplines as necessary, exercising judgment on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives
• Calculate and prepare planning and design documents and reports including details and cost estimates for projects based on engineering knowledge and familiarity with codes and regulations
• Assist project manager with management tasks
• Responsible for overseeing graduate engineers assigned to projects
• Assist in preparation of funding applications and preliminary engineering reports
• Stamps or seals work performed, and work performed by those under direct supervision
• Assist with or develop project scope of work, project schedule, budget review, and schedule progress reports as directed by Project Management
• Attend team and project coordination meetings
• Perform 3D CAD design
• Initiate quality control process for engineering documents produced (calculations, drawings, specifications, and estimates, etc.)
• Assist with updating Project Management Plan under direction of Project Management
• Establish professional working relationships with clients and contractors and attend client and/or public meetings during days or evenings at the request of Leadership
• Ensure our standards for consistent and superior client management and professional service delivery as well as technical excellence are enforced across all technical Practice Groups
• Communicate regularly with and proactively advise Project Management, Team Leader, or Office Manager of any significant challenge or obstacle on projects

Marketing & Business Development:

• Participate in marketing and business development activities including preparation of data for proposals, and attending meetings and presentations
• Proactively seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Responsible for cultivation of new and existing relationships including initial client marketing meetings, proposal and budget development, presentations, and negotiation meetings in conjunction with Marketing and Project and Office Management as required

Other:

• Maintain and expand professional capabilities through membership and other involvement in industry associations and professional organizations, pursuing appropriate continuing education, and certifications
• Practice mindful awareness of your activities and surroundings, and follow all company, OSHA, federal, state, and local health and safety guidelines and requirements

Experience & Certifications Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in an applicable engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of related professional experience or other comparable experience
• Professional Engineer with the ability to obtain registration within one year in Utah
• Proven track record of working together with teams of technical professionals and projects

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
• Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently under limited supervision
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic and flexible in order to perform in fast-paced environment and resolve challenges
• Confident and forward thinking
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Knowledge of project management delivery process

Jones & DeMille is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodations to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department. If required by state law and/or city ordinance; we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new team member's Form I -9 to confirm work authorization.