Job Description
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
A Civil Engineer Graduate will be responsible for assisting in various aspects of the Civil engineering portion of a project while working under the close supervision and guidance of a licensed Civil Engineer (PE). Typical responsibilities include discrete tasks associated with designing a site, subdivision, or utilities. This person will work in stand-alone and multi-discipline design teams supervised by senior engineers and project managers on projects of small to medium scope.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Performing various aspects of Civil engineering on projects, or portions of projects, as directed by a senior or lead project engineer and in conformance with the applicable zoning ordinances, standards and specifications. Projects may include site design for buildings or subdivisions, design for infrastructure projects, and design related to a business development activity such as a response to a Request for Proposal (RFP).
- Working closely with the lead project engineer to develop a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of Civil engineering
- Assisting with the preparation of programming documents, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents as directed
- Performing various duties associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments, open and tabulate bids as directed
- Assisting with the various duties associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings as directed
- Complying with quality control policies and procedures
- Learn and implement department and company standards
- Participating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members
- Actively participate in education, mentoring and IDP programs
- Perform Engineer tasks as assigned
- Perform hydrological analysis to evaluation the effects of rainwater on a site
- Perform hydraulic analysis to evaluation the design of a storm drainage system
- Assist with the design of storm drainage and water quality systems
- Assist with the design of water distribution systems
- Assist with the design of sanitary sewer systems
- Assist with site layout and site grading
- Assist with the design of roadway projects
- Assist with preparing LEED templates
- Adhere to project budget and schedule
- Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Senior Engineers, Project Managers and Design Managers
Required Skills
- Ability to arrange housing for the period of employment
- Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
- Possess technical precision and creative design skills
- Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
- Display abilities to work well with others in a team environment
Required Experience - Graduation from an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
- Civil Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Post-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering-related degree may be given additional consideration
- Completed or be in a position to complete the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and all other state requirements for certification as an EIT is preferred.
- Ability to complete all requirements for PE licensure within 60 months after being hired is preferred
- Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices and pursuing LEED AP accreditation is desirable
- Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process
- Active membership in NSPE, ASCE or other related professional organizations is desirable
- A Civil Engineer Graduate should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, and information management.
- Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable.
- Successful completion of at least one student internship is desirable.
- Prior experience in an Engineering or multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm is desirable.
- Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards is desirable.
- Ability to prepare effective and concise documents and correspondence.
- Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
- Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
- Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole
- Be dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession
Working Conditions
At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
