Project Civil Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Project Civil Engineer
GEI's Rancho Cordova, CA office is seeking a Project Civil Engineer to assist with complex and challenging projects in Northern California and throughout the United States. The GEI Rancho Cordova engineering practice provides services on a wide range of water resource projects mainly focused on water resource facilities and hydraulic structures (dams, spillways, outlet works, levees, piped and channeled conveyance, water storage, and water recharge).
The position will support ongoing engineering planning, design, and construction management for these projects. Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Candidates will support Project Managers and senior staff by leading and supporting tasks on a variety of engineering projects, mainly focused on water resource facilities and hydraulic structures (dams, spillways, outlet works, levees, piped and channeled conveyance, water storage, and water recharge), design support for other heavy civil/geotechnical projects, reinforced concrete structure design, preparing construction drawings and specifications, construction cost estimating, design implementation, report preparation, and construction management support.
- Provide AutoCAD support to ongoing projects
- Lead and support evaluation and design efforts as part of a team by performing civil engineering modeling, drawing take-offs, analysis, and design calculations
- Prepare technical memos, reports, technical specifications and other written documentation
- Prepare cost estimates, schedules, construction plans and documents, and monitor construction activities in the field
- Work under the leadership and mentoring of licensed professional engineers
- Perform field work as needed to support projects
- Provide support to proposal efforts
- Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel. Potentially work out of area on temporary assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. or M.S. degree in Civil Engineering.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of California
- 4 to 10+ years experience
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work well alone and in a team atmosphere with experience supervising, supporting and directing staff and meeting deadlines.
- Excellent computer skills and proficient with MS Office, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Ability to successfully formulate and execute technical assignments with minimal oversight and direction; desire to acquire and apply new skills and techniques with application to project assignments
- Willing to perform field work as required
- Must have a valid driver's license
GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $ – $/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands:
SedentaryXLight Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements Occasional(0-35% of day)
Frequent(33-66% of day)
Continuous(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
SittingXStandingXWalkingXClimbingXLifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
XLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
XCarrying objectsXPush/pullXTwistingXBendingXReaching forwardXReaching overheadXSquat/kneel/crawlXWrist position deviationXPinching/fine motor skillsXKeyboard use/repetitive motionXTaste orsmell (taste=never)
XTalk or hearXAccurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable Near VisionXFar VisionXYes No Not Applicable Color DiscriminationXSensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perceptionXHearingXEnvironment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogensXChemicalXAirborne communicable diseasesXExtreme temperaturesXRadiationXUneven surfaces or elevationsXExtreme noise levelsXDust/particulate matterXOther (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours:8X1012
Other work hours - WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Functional Demands:
- Sedentary - X
- Light
- Medium
- Other
- Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row) - Physical Activity Requirements
- Occasional(0-35% of day) - Frequent(33-66% of day) -…
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