Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer to work in our Houston, TX office.

• Perform municipal engineering tasks, including the design of capital improvement projects.
• Prepare construction plans, technical specifications, public bid documents, construction cost estimates, and associated construction documents.
• Evaluate public works issues for municipalities and develop engineering recommendations or solutions as needed.
• Address and resolve resident inquiries and complaints related to municipal engineering matters.
• Manage capital improvement project tasks, including monitoring schedules, budgets, and compliance with project deadlines.
• Review state regulations, municipal ordinances, and applicable agency requirements to determine land development limitations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site investigations and due diligence, including utility research and review of relevant ordinances and technical information.
• Design stormwater management systems and ensure compliance with county, soil conservation district, and state regulations.
• Prepare grading designs and perform earthwork analysis to support site development and ensure safe and feasible design slopes.
• Design utility systems, including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer, water distribution, and park/recreation infrastructure; identify and resolve horizontal and vertical utility conflicts.
• Develop soil erosion and sediment control plans, including best management practices (BMPs), swale design, and construction sequencing.
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and supporting documentation required for municipal and regulatory review.
• Coordinate with clients, municipal officials, contractors, and multidisciplinary team members throughout project development and implementation.

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field
• Texas PE license
• Required:
  
  2 years of experience as a Civil Engineer working on municipal projects, as well as the following:
• 2 years of experience using AutoCAD for drafting, design preparation, and technical detailing
• 2 years of experience using Civil 3D for civil design, modeling, grading, and plan production
• 2 years of experience performing engineering calculations, analyses, and design evaluations
• 2 years of experience preparing construction documents, technical drawings, and design reports
• 2 years of experience interpreting survey data, topographic information, and site constraints

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program;
Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!