WHKS & Co
Civil Engineer – West Des Moines, Iowa
WHKS & Co, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50265
Overview
WHKS has a great opportunity available for a Civil Engineer who is interested in working with a wide variety of challenging engineering projects. The candidate will use their knowledge and expertise in the design and management of municipal, transportation, and other infrastructure type projects. Work will include municipal utility and roadway design, site design, quantity estimates, and other engineering support functions. WHKS strives to provide a flexible, supportive, and collaborative workplace where individuals can utilize and develop their strengths and pursue their interests in Civil Engineering. WHKS offers excellent compensation and benefits, as well as work schedule flexibility.
Responsibilities
Municipal utility, drainage, roadway, site design, and other engineering support functions; coordinate with engineers and technicians on a variety of challenging engineering tasks in a collaborative team environment
Perform project management duties, including effective communication with clients to build strong relationships, review project needs, and secure contracts
Design and prepare roadway construction documents, including typical/cross sections, erosion and sediment control plans, maintenance of traffic plans, stormwater management, drainage design, signing and pavement marking plans, and right-of-way plans
Perform other design-related tasks, such as quantity calculations, geometric calculations, roadway layout, grading plans, utility layouts, and subdivision layout
Develop 3D models using Bentley CONNECT or Civil 3D software
Provide oversight of CADD technicians to verify accuracy and quality of work
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
Iowa P.E. license or ability to obtain within 6 months
10+ years of experience in municipal or transportation design
Valid driver’s license
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with clients, contractors, and peers
Excellent computer skills
Experience with AutoCad Civil 3D and/or Bentley CONNECT
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Responsibilities
Municipal utility, drainage, roadway, site design, and other engineering support functions; coordinate with engineers and technicians on a variety of challenging engineering tasks in a collaborative team environment
Perform project management duties, including effective communication with clients to build strong relationships, review project needs, and secure contracts
Design and prepare roadway construction documents, including typical/cross sections, erosion and sediment control plans, maintenance of traffic plans, stormwater management, drainage design, signing and pavement marking plans, and right-of-way plans
Perform other design-related tasks, such as quantity calculations, geometric calculations, roadway layout, grading plans, utility layouts, and subdivision layout
Develop 3D models using Bentley CONNECT or Civil 3D software
Provide oversight of CADD technicians to verify accuracy and quality of work
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
Iowa P.E. license or ability to obtain within 6 months
10+ years of experience in municipal or transportation design
Valid driver’s license
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with clients, contractors, and peers
Excellent computer skills
Experience with AutoCad Civil 3D and/or Bentley CONNECT
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