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Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Volkert Inc

Job Description

Job Description

Are we the road to your future?

 

We are currently searching for an experienced Civil Project Engineer -  Transportation   to support our Southwest Region located in   either Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX .

 

You will be responsible for geometric design projects including but not limited to TXDOT and local government. 

 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects
  • Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations
  • Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities
  • Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents
  • Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
  • Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required  

What you need to have:

  • B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
  • 4+ years relevant experience
  • Licensed PE
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Why Volkert?

 

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

 

Key Benefits:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. 

 

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

EOE- Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

 

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

Houston McKinney Rockwall Round Rock San Antonio Tyler TX

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