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WSP · 8 hours ago

Civil Engineer - Transportation

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Civil Engineer for their North Providence, RI or Glastonbury, CT office to be involved in projects with their Civil Transportation Team. The successful candidate will provide technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in both the public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, perform civil engineering work and assist with 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 commercial management of projects including budget and schedule development and tracking, partner and client agreements, invoicing and collections, project team coordination and project execution documentation
Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers to execute project work, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos
Perform routine engineering functions and provide technical assistance on various design standards and requirements to account for the safety and functionality of end-users and infrastructure
Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs
Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction
Complete training on assigned tasks
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

Civil Engineering DegreeEngineer-in-Training CertificationCivil Engineering PrinciplesInfrastructure PlanningDesign Software ProficiencyInterpersonal SkillsTechnical WritingAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience
Engineer-in-Training Certification
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues
Familiarity with relevant civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design
Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
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

Master's Degree in Engineering
Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, Power Geopak, OpenRoads Designer, & AutoCAD Civil 3D)

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
Retirement savings

Company

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$40.25M
Key Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M

Leadership Team

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Michael Winterbottom
Vice President, RUC Operations & Analytics
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Christopher Uckotter
CE1, SPECIALIST, INSPECTOR II
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