Project Engineer - Public Works

Position Summary The Project Engineer is responsible for independently performing the design and drawing production aspect of engineering projects in the Public Works sector. They must demonstrate technical proficiency, make technical evaluations, and apply engineering judgement and decisions for the timely and accurate completion of assigned projects.

Who We Are Our everyday work impacts how people do everyday living, through improved connectivity, transportation, safety, and community development. As a service business, we are all about our people. Our shared values and objectives focus on integrity and professionalism. We embrace teamwork, process management, and collaboration and are growth oriented because we believe growth creates opportunities. As each person continues to learn and grow professionally, we advance as an organization.

What We DoOur Public Works projects serve communities and are an investment in our future. BHC is ready to deliver projects that provide positive change to the residents that live and work there.

How You Can Grow With Us Opportunities for growth are endless based on your desire to learn. We are excited to share details of your career path options with you during your employment. Positions such as Sr. Project Engineer, Project Manager or Group Director may be in your future.

Essential Functions Defines customer requirements and the conformity of the system to the contractual specifications

Coordinates and controls the interfaces internally, for customers and partners

Serves as technical point of contact for customers and external partners

At the design stage, identifies alternatives and optimization opportunities that could impact the design, supplies or site operations, based on the strategy determined

Responsible for the validation of schematics and documentation on specific aspects of projects

Receives and coordinates feedback from the other parts of the process (design, site and client) from the beginning of the basic design to final product approval

Prepares proposal estimates of time and expense required to complete the project

Negotiates with clients for supplemental changes to existing contracts

Produces clear, attractive, and readable sets of plans with minimum supervision

Independently maintains design and drawing accuracy, quality, completeness, and schedule compliance

Has a strong appreciation for and is committed to compliance with graphic standards

May monitor construction progress and review contractor change orders

May be required to follow up with client on outstanding invoices

Seeks and accepts increasing levels of responsibility

Shows continued and progressive professional development inside and outside of BHCMaintains client relationships and establishes new ones through business development activities

Engages clients and potential clients to identify future opportunities for work

Position Requirements

Experience4+ years’ experience as an Engineer Demonstrated success completing projects

Experience in the Development/Public Works/Utilities Industry preferred

Experience with a public agency, one of our clients or another consulting firm

Work cooperatively in a highly interactive project team setting

Skills

Must be proficient in three-dimensional computer aided design and have a strong ability to utilize technology on those projects

Specific and recognized technical expertise

Ability to lead the design on large or complex projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required

Must be a licensed Professional Engineer Master’s degree a plus