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Entry-Level Civil Engineer

Confidential Client•Environmental & Sustainability
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$75,967
Kansas City, Kansas
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The Entry-Level Civil Engineer at Confidential Client in Kansas City, MO, supports the planning, design, and permitting of civil engineering and land development projects. This role offers hands-on experience with site/civil engineering design across diverse project types, utilizing engineering software and collaborating within a team to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.

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##  **About Careertakes**\n\n👉 **Important disclosure:** Careertakes is a **third-party recruiting platform** supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by **our client**, Engineering.\n\nApplicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.\n\n---\n\n

Position Overview

Confidential client is hiring an Entry-Level Civil Engineer in Kansas City, KS. This role supports planning, design, and permitting for land development and infrastructure projects. You'll gain hands-on experience in site/civil engineering for mixed-use developments, retail, residential, higher education, federal, and other land-development projects.


What You’ll Do

  • Assist with planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects
  • Prepare and update engineering documents: reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates
  • Use engineering/design software and tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) to develop design plans
  • Analyze reports, maps, drawings, test data and aerial photos to assess soils, terrain, hydrology, topography and geology
  • Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and quality
  • Apply engineering fundamentals and advanced mathematics to solve design problems
  • Collaborate with project teams and support multiple assignments
  • Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • 0–2 years of related experience (entry-level)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • EIT certification or current FE exam registration preferred
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications
  • Internship or prior experience in site/civil design (site planning, grading, stormwater, drainage, erosion control) preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, multitasking and judgment
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Availability Monday–Friday with occasional evenings/weekends as needed
  • Travel may be required depending on project assignments

Compensation & Benefits

  • Estimated salary: $75,967 per year (estimated)
  • Full-time benefits may include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurance; paid leave; 401(k)/Roth with employer match; professional license and referral bonuses; tuition reimbursement; and wellness/training programs
  • Flexible work arrangements and employee resource groups may be available (benefit details determined by the hiring organization)

Hours & Employment Type

  • Employment type: Full time (Contractor status may apply depending on engagement)
  • Typical schedule: Monday–Friday with occasional evenings/weekends as needed

Location

  • Kansas City, KS — on-site work with potential travel for projects

Why Candidates Apply

  • Gain hands-on site/civil design experience early in your career
  • Work on diverse land-development projects across sectors
  • Structured support for professional growth (training, mentoring, resources)

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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