Project Engineer - Land Development

Description

J. A. Watts, Inc. (JWI) is a woman-owned professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we're known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That's how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, which makes us stronger together.

This role is responsible for supporting Engineering project management through preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring a variety of projects in the Engineering industry. They will assist in managing aspects of projects including oversight and planning for engineering design, procurement, and construction inspection.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of construction documents and specifications under the direction of a Professional Engineer. Document production includes existing conditions plan, demolition plan, site & layout plan, grading and drainage plan, erosion control plans, utility/infrastructure plans and construction details

• Perform design calculations for utility designs, stormwater management, green infrastructure, earthwork, grading, erosion control etc. under the direction of a Professional Engineer

• Submit and coordinate permitting review processes with multiple agencies including local municipalities, local County governments, IEPA, MWRD, IDNR, and IDOT

• Coordinate with professional engineer to Put together Engineer's Opinion of Cost and finalize documentation

• Produce concise technical documentation including stormwater Management reports, traffic & circulation analysis, and design impact analysis

• Responsible for performing technical assignments throughout assigned projects including design plan and specification development, perform engineering calculations, construction inspections, construction layout, and conducting field tests

• Establish familiarity with applicable project specifications

• Provide status reports of project schedules

• Perform quality control reviews of the work and regularly report on project status

• Maintain professional integrity and reputation through compliance with state and federal regulations

• Cooperate and communicate effectively with team members to assist and support

• Make updates or changes to project plans as directed or assigned

• Perform other duties as required/directed

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited institution

• EIT preferred

• 0-3 years of relevant experience. Experience in Site Civil/Land Development, knowledge of site grading, stormwater management, sanitary sewer design, water supply systems, and basic site development design skills for private and public sector projects is preferred.

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is required

• Experience with Stormwater Management modeling is preferred

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills

• Must have a clear analytical approach to problem-solving and decision-making

• Must work well in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple tasks at a time

• Valid driver's license required

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and family

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available

• Company-provided group life, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life options

• Matching 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Student debt repayment resources available

• ID Theft protection

• Professional development and tuition assistance

• Company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.