Project Civil Engineer – Surface Transportation

Project Civil Engineer – Surface Transportation

Department:
Engineering

Location:

Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau or Wasilla

Classification:
Permanent, Full‑Time, Exempt

R&M is looking for a team‑oriented project civil engineer to support our growing Surface Transportation Group. Recent and ongoing surface transportation projects include the Dalton Highway MP 18‑37, Airport Way West Improvements, Sterling Highway MP 45‑60 Reconstruction – Phase 1B, Fairview Loop Road Rehabilitation, Ketchikan Water Street Trestle No. 1 Replacement, Skagway State Street Pavement Rehabilitation, and Seward Highway/Alyeska Highway Intersection Improvements.

As a member of the R&M team, the project civil engineer will perform analysis and design tasks related to surface transportation projects. During the design process, tasks generally include initiating and developing technical design concepts and details, studies and recommended design solutions, and preparing final plans, specifications and cost estimates in accordance with the appropriate design standards. During construction, tasks typically include technical support, submittals reviews and milestone site inspections.

Additional responsibilities include supervising staff civil engineers, technicians and interns, and coordinating project deliverables with other team members.

This is an on‑site position with occasional field work. The successful applicant will be expected to actively participate and represent R&M in professional organizations and community activities. The Project Civil Engineer will report to the Surface Transportation Group Manager on a day‑to‑day basis and to Senior Project Civil Engineers, based on team organization for specific projects.

• Work on multiple surface transportation projects simultaneously, proactively collaborating with team members and clients to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop roadway and highway designs using advanced 3D design software in accordance with client and industry standards.
• Create technically accurate designs, quality engineering drawings, specifications and construction cost estimates.
• Review technical reports and recommendations prepared by team members and vet for incorporation into design.
• Work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with staff engineers and interns on project design development and assembly of contract deliverables.
• Assist with preparation of graphics, figures and other materials for public and client meetings, workshops, charrettes and project team meetings.
• Support other groups with design as dictated by workload.
• Prepare written communications and participate in client and team meetings.

• B.S. in Civil Engineering and 5 to 10 years of experience in civil design work, with an emphasis on highway and street design.
• Experience in written design analysis, traffic engineering, drainage design and preparation of final construction bid documents.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good interpersonal abilities for working in a dynamic team environment and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Alaska PE or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

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