Civil Engineer- Federal Projects

Civil Engineer - Federal Projects – Little Rock, Arkansas

As part of Garver’s growing Federal team, this Civil Engineer - Federal Projects will be largely responsible for performing design for federal projects, including roadways, trails, site development, grading, stormwater management, utilities, pavements, master planning, training ranges, civil works, and other related general civil engineering tasks. Typical clients are those from the Air Force, Navy, National Guard, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including both design‑bid‑build and design‑build projects.

This Project Engineer must have the ability to work as a member of a multi‑disciplined team, work with diverse clients, and must be capable of assisting and/or producing full design phase deliverables including drawings, specifications, cost estimates, technical reports, and narratives. This engineer will also have the opportunity to perform onsite construction observation duties, construction administration, and submittal reviews for projects under construction.

Design development software packages including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other civil design packages will be used.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer
• 7+ years of civil design experience
• Detail‑oriented and a team player with strong self‑initiative to meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Some travel may be required with occasional overnight stays

• Previous civil internship experience
• Previous experience working with design software packages such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Previous site development experience
• Previous government project experience

Garver offers its employees programs such as company‑paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program;
Garver walks the talk when it comes to work‑life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee‑owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people‑first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status.

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