Licensed Civil Engineer (Site Design)

Olsson
Des Moines +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to licensed civil engineers with 4+ years of experience working in land development projects, particularly those comfortable with on-site work and team coordination.

Best fit for

  • Licensed civil engineers with 4+ years of experience in land development and a strong grasp of Civil 3D software
    — “Minimum of 4 years of related civil engineering experience”
  • Candidates who thrive in collaborative environments and can manage project timelines and budgets
    — “Assists with preparation of project documents and is knowledgeable of project scope, schedule, and budget”

Things to consider

  • Travel is a significant component of the role, including working in various weather and terrain conditions
    — “May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites”
  • Candidates must be registered professional engineers (PE) to qualify for the position
    — “Must be a registered professional engineer (PE)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with project lifecycle management from conception to completion
    — “Independently perform engineering and project management duties on land development projects”
  • Showcase technical proficiency with Civil 3D software in your resume and interviews
    — “Proficient in Civil 3D software”
  • Emphasize your ability to adapt standard engineering methods to project-specific needs
    — “Evaluates and proposes adaptations to standard methods and procedures for components of assignments”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • evaluate and design projects
  • prepare project documents
  • perform design calculations
  • communicate project progress
  • maintain project information
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering4+ years of civil engineering experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Civil EngineeringProject ManagementDesign CalculationsProject ScopingSite ObservationCivil 3D Software

Preferred

SupervisionTechnical Guidance

Stack & domain

Civil 3DProject ManagementCost EstimationCommunicationTeamworkPECivil EngineeringSite Design

About the role

Original posting from Olsson via Greenhouse

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with municipal, industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types. 

As a Licensed Civil Engineer, you will independently perform engineering and project management duties on land development projects and meet client needs from conception to completion. You will also process design calculations, assist with developing project scopes and schedules, and travel to job sites for observation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs various engineering duties related to evaluating, designing, and constructing plans for small to large-sized projects.

Assists with preparation of project documents and is knowledgeable of project scope, schedule, and budget.

Performs process design calculations and analyzes reports to prepare cost estimates and determine feasibility of projects.

Applies knowledge and experience with standard techniques, methods, and procedures to assist with coordination of project design aspects.

Communicates project development and progress with project managers and/or clients.

Enters and maintains project information and client records in the firm’s project management system.

Evaluates and proposes adaptations to standard methods and procedures for components of assignments.

May supervise and provide technical guidance to less experienced staff.

May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

Strong communication skills

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Minimum of 4 years of related civil engineering experience

Proficient in Civil 3D software

Must be a registered professional engineer (PE)

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

Receive a competitive 401(k) match

Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

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Source: Olsson careers (Greenhouse)

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