Kent County Road Commission · 2 days ago
Assistant Project Engineer - Traffic
Walker, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKent County Road Commission is responsible for the design and construction of transportation infrastructure, and they are seeking an Assistant Project Engineer to assist in various engineering tasks. The role involves supporting engineers with project inspections, data collection, and coordination with contractors and public agencies.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Beth Dougherty-Nanzer
Responsibilities
Assist in design, construction, and inspection of road, traffic, bridge, and culvert projects
Assist Traffic, Bridge, and Design/Construction Engineers with data collection, field observations, analyses, and reporting as directed
Perform daily inspections and generate the necessary paperwork for projects
Inspect construction of streets in new plats
Coordinate with contractors, public agencies, utility companies, and general public to solve the problems that arise during the course of design and construction
Make daily reports and pay estimates on contractors’ work
Assist with final payments on construction projects and completing project records
Determine work to be done and give direction as needed in the construction of roads, bridges, and culverts
Complete and maintain administration/training requirements related to the position
Take charge or assist in project planning and enforcement of regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
Project management and organizational skills
Communication and teamwork skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
General computer literacy including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, field manager, and an aptitude for learning new software
A valid Michigan Driver's License
Preferred
Transportation interest/focus
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion with a track to obtain the Michigan registered Professional Engineer (PE) license
Density Certification
Stormwater Operator Certification
ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level I
MCA/ACI Concrete Testing Levels I & II
HMA Level I
MDOT Office Technician Certification
FHWA Safety inspection of in-service bridges certification
Company
Kent County Road Commission
KCRC works to keep Kent County moving with a network of reliable, safe and convenient roads and bridges.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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