Civil Engineer

Position Description:

The Civil Engineer will help design, plan, and supervise the construction of new commercial buildings. The CE will provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigations or inspections, detailed design work and calculations and detailed checking of designs computations done by others. The CE will support and communicate will al project stakeholders, while promoting a positive and safe work environment.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to and from jobsite
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensure as professional engineer (PE), or ability to obtain within 18 months.
• Commercial Site Design experience
• Understanding of Civil Engineering principles, practices, and tools.
• Proficient in AutoCad Civil 3D
• Understanding of regional Stormwater design and requirements
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
• Strong send of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Good listening skills – the ability to communicate with coworkers.
• A good team player, self-confident, motivated, and independent. 
• Ability to manage multiple time sensitive tasks.
• Candidates must possess a strong work ethic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consults with and provides guidance to project stakeholders and managerial staff regarding engineering requirements for design, permitting or construction of various projects.
• Convert surveys to JM Cope standards and prepare base maps and conceptual documents.
• Network and promote J M Cope
• Develop and amend Programming and Schematic Level site plans as directed.
• Develop and amend Design Development level plans for pricing, based on adherence to current codes, zoning and design directives.
• Develop clear and accurate construction documents as required for submittal.
• Keep personal project files and document job evolution as required by the scope of the project.
• Revise submittal documents as required by jurisdictional review.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of current codes and construction practices.
• Collaborates with architects, In-House Project Developers and Project Managers to ensure projects progress properly.
• Monitors project progress and ensures design specifications, safety, and standards are met.
• Investigate and respond as directed to field questions posed by Consultants or Construction personnel as necessary to expedite the construction of projects.
• Assist Team as necessary for close-out of project.
• Must be able to follow company policies and procedures.
• Take initiative to complete tasks and look for opportunities to assist other employees.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as well as evening and weekend work that may be required as job duties demand. 
• Prolonged periods of walking to the job site. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, squat, kneel and bend.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
• Travel as necessary to meet the needs of the position. Must be able to visit multiple job sites if needed. 
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. The noise level in the work environment is loud. 

Relationships:

• Interacts with staff, leadership and is a representative of the company. Ability to communicate ideas and technical information to staff, supervisors, and clients in a professional manner.

Benefits:

• Holiday Pay
• Sick/Personal Leave
• Military Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Parental Leave
• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Supplemental Voluntary and Dependent Insurance
• STD & LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Educational Assistance
• Worker Comp
• Education and Training Reimbursement
• Competitive Salary

If you wish to express interest, please send your resume to jallen@jmcope.com specifying the job title in the subject line.

Founded 40 years ago, J.M. Cope is one of the region’s most respected commercial construction and program management firms. Serving clients in healthcare, industrial, institutional, municipal, office, retail, and worship markets, J.M. Cope is built upon a foundation of integrity, quality, and faith.

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J.M Cope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.