Civil Project Engineer

Transdev Metrolink in San Dimas, CA is hiring for a Civil Project Engineer. The Civil Engineer is a member of the construction-estimating team who is responsible for independently preparing the civil sections of a bid project, its development and construction document estimates including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys, and reviewing project plans and specifications for all civil categories of work (e.g. grading, underground utilities/storm drains, paving, SWPPP, BMP, etc. This individual will support the track construction and estimating team on the civil aspects of the project, under the supervision of the Chief Estimator.

Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation between $89,000 to $115,000/year.

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks

• Sick days: 5 days

• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating

• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities:

Civil Estimating/Technical Functions:

• Performs accurate, thorough, and timely quantity takeoffs using excel, and company’s estimating program – Heavy bid.

• Ability to communicate and obtains bid clarification on plans and specifications during the bidding process of the ITB/TFB and RFP

• Solicits and analyzes material pricing from vendors and subcontractors.

• Performs technical/plan review when required.

• Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload

• Develop unit costs accurately

• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks.

• Bid development and assembly for final bid submission.

• Perform other relative office/site functions when delegated to do so.

• Assist the Chief Estimator and PM to process submittals and shop drawings for approval

• Assist the Chief Estimator and PM for project change order proposals.

• Assists the Chief Estimator and PM in the development of the Bid into a project plan.

• Communicate and coordinate with the project team on material submittals and approvals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of civil construction and estimating experience.

• Knowledgeable in some of the following: civil/site construction, foundation, grading and paving, underground utilities/underdrain, storm drain systems, excavation, etc.

• Strong computer skills include the ability to use/learn the Heavy Bid estimating software, word process, spread sheets, and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).

• Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment, and willing to work long hours including weekends when needed and required.

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record with no more than three (3) moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three (3) years to be considered for the job

• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen and alcohol test to be considered for the job.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.

• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces

• Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level

• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev

U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 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 upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

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 upon request.

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Job Category: Rail

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8028

Pay Group: SYF

Cost Center: 766

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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 upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.