LJA · 4 hours ago
Project Engineer - Utilities
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expLJA is an employee-owned company offering a unique opportunity for career growth. As a Project Engineer in the Transportation department, you will oversee PS&E design and construction for water, wastewater, and roadway projects, collaborating with internal teams and external consultants to ensure successful project delivery.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead PS&E design and provide construction oversight for water and wastewater projects, including pipelines, treatment plants, distribution systems, sanitary sewer systems, lift stations, and discharge permits
Develop schematics and produce complete Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) for TxDOT and local government roadway and highway projects
Collaborate with leadership to deliver GEC/Program Management support for multiple agencies and TxDOT through all phases of project development
Manage and direct internal teams and external consultants on programming, funding, environmental document review, design and design reviews, cost estimating, scheduling, construction oversight, right-of-way, utilities, and long-term operations and maintenance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering
Licensed as a Professional Engineer (Recently passing the PE Exam will be considered)
A TEAM first attitude with a commitment to leading a team with Integrity, Responsibility, and Perseverance
4+ years of experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, MS Office, and/or Geopak (or Open Roads)
Some experience handling multiple deadlines
Effective communication skills to engage with upper management and engineering staff
Ability to adapt quickly to changing work assignments and project needs, often on short notice
An open mind to alternative methods from what you have previously been taught
Preferred
Previous work experiences in a management capacity
Experience with utility design (Electric, Gas, Drainage, Water, Wastewater)
Experience with water distribution systems, treatment plants, sanitary sewer collection systems, lift stations
Experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, SAWS CPMS, CIVCAST, COSA PrimeLink
Experience with TxRRC, TCEQ, FEMA, USACE, TXDOT and Municipal permitting requirements
Benefits
Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
Company
LJA
Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.
1001-5000 employees
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