WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago
Associate Civil Engineer
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to join their California Transportation team. The role involves providing support for the remediation, permitting, improvement, and construction of infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for remediation, permitting, improvement, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector
Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of roads, site development, grading, retaining walls, utility connections for buildings, bridge approaches, water/recycled water supply systems, and sewage conveyance
Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned material, installations, cost estimates, and construction specifications
Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality
With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction
Perform basic professional civil engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits
Assist with the development of technologies, monitoring devices, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation vehicles/systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions with civil engineering design standards
Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues
Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software
Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects
Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work
Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting
Complete training on assigned tasks
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues
Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design
Highly familiar with relevant civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS-related software platforms, InRoads, , HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, WSPG-w, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, or other hydrology/hydraulics software)
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
Engineer in Training Certification
Prior design experience
A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
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