About Careertakes

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Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring for one open role to be filled at either the Associate Civil Engineer level or the Civil Engineer level based on qualifications. Both positions sit in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group and support roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects. This listing describes the shared scope, then lists level-specific expectations and minimums so you can determine which level best matches your experience.

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Summary of what you'll do

Confidential Client seeks an engineer with construction management and civil engineering skills to support CIP projects from design through construction. Typical responsibilities include managing or tracking project budgets, reviewing and developing plans and specifications, performing engineering calculations and feasibility work, inspecting construction, coordinating with contractors and agencies, and responding to citizen questions and community groups.

• Manage or track project budgets and cost estimates
• Review contractor project schedules and construction plans/specifications
• Perform engineering analysis and calculations for roadway, bridge, drainage, and traffic projects
• Lead or assist CAD/Civil 3D design and modeling for capital improvements
• Inspect construction work and document observations for compliance with plans and standards
• Coordinate with contractors, utility providers, survey crews, Right‑of‑Way staff, and other County or agency personnel
• Represent Confidential Client at project meetings and community outreach when assigned
• Provide input on constructability and long‑term maintenance during plan review
• Other related duties as assigned

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Compensation & benefits

Pay transparency (posted hiring ranges reflect the role levels; compensation is determined by experience, education, and skills):

• Associate Civil Engineer — Hiring Range: $85,000 to $98,500 USD annually
• Civil Engineer — Hiring Range: $100,000 to $114,500 USD annually

Benefits summary (high level):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays (including a starting bank of 40 hours PTO for new hires)
• Retirement matching
• Wellness programs and tuition reimbursement
• Flexible schedules and hybrid work options (role is primarily office-based with occasional field work)

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Schedule, location & travel

• Full‑time (40 hours per week)
• Hybrid schedule: primarily office work with occasional remote and field work as needed
• Must be able to drive to project sites across unincorporated jurisdictional areas, walk on uneven terrain in various weather conditions, and compare existing site conditions to construction plans

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Minimum qualifications

Note: intent is to fill one available position at either level; applicants do not need to self‑select the level.

Associate Civil Engineer (minimum)

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited) or related field
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field
• License/Certifications: Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) required at time of hire
• Preferred skills:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D, Cartegraph/OpenGov, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • HEC‑RAS, HY‑8 for hydraulic analyses
  • Experience with construction plan development and public‑sector projects
  • Strong written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across disciplines

Civil Engineer (minimum)

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited) or related field
• Experience: Minimum 4 years in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field
• License/Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license required at time of hire
• Preferred skills:
  • Advanced use of AutoCAD Civil 3D; CAD modeling leadership for CIP projects
  • Preparing and reviewing drainage reports, scopes of work, specifications, and design memorandums
  • Public‑sector project delivery experience, construction oversight, and community engagement
  • Ability to lead meetings and present to boards or commissions

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What we value

• Initiative, innovation, and resilience
• Strong time management and ability to handle multiple complex projects
• Experience coordinating with utilities, survey teams, Right‑of‑Way, and contractors
• Commitment to public service and working collaboratively to deliver infrastructure

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Additional hiring details

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle record, education verification, and reference checks
• Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations; contact information will be provided by the hiring team
• Applicants may redact age‑identifying information from submitted materials without penalty

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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