Overview
Project Engineer - Drainage/Wastewater
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Public Infrastructure Design team in our Houston, TX office.
Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of diverse infrastructure design experience in storm sewer & detention systems and water/wastewater systems.
Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work as a key member of an infrastructure design team under the direction of various Project Managers.
Job duties may include, but are not limited to
Executes infrastructure development civil engineering projects efficientlySupports public infrastructure development civil teams to produce civil plan sets.Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3DOversee the technical aspects of various projectsIdentify applicable codes, standards or other design requirementsCoordinate with other disciplines, support services and sub-consultantsCommunicate/manage technical details as well as schedules and budgets.Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agenciesParticipate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittal and RFIsWorks with city/county staff to approve project plans.Implements QA/QC program and ensures compliance within project team.Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and allocate resources through differing project stages.Administers the construction services portions of projects including RFI response, site meetings with contractors, etc.Mentor, train, and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel Required Skills
Demonstrates competence in fundamental civil engineering design principles.Experienced in cost estimating, bid phase assistance construction administration, and general construction methods.Demonstrates proficiency with current computer aided design (CAD/Civil 3D) and production software and ability to learn new versions or new technology.Strong sense of urgency and self initiative to meet project deadlinesDetail oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive environmentProficient in AutoCAD Civil3DAbility to delegate assignment and determine methods and procedures Required Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringMinimum of four (3)+ years of total experience in public infrastructure design.FE complete Preferred Experience
Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Texas preferred but not neededPrepping for and completing PE exam within the next few yearsDesign of stormwater systems, detention basins, water and wastewater network design in the Houston area.Water/Wastewater modeling preferred but not required