Environmental Project Engineer

Overview
Join us as we Rise to the Challenge
We're looking to hire an Engineer or EIT to work in our Natural Resources Practice, specifically our stream restoration group in Raleigh, NC. This position is open to entry level and experienced engineers in the field. This position offers someone the ability to work within the natural resources field and develop skills and the knowledge to design stream restoration projects that will be implemented in North Carolina and throughout the Southeast. This position offers a rewarding blend of a broad suite of experiences including: office, design, fieldwork, construction oversight, data collection, report writing, permitting, and plans preparation. We have a great team that is ready to welcome you to a fun and challenging field.
At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
THE COMPANY
KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.
KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.
KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
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We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!
KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• The candidate will be responsible for working on natural resource/environmental restoration projects.
• The candidate should be comfortable working outside in challenging environments and weather conditions at times.
• Ideally the candidate would possess working knowledge of ArcGIS, CADD, Microsoft Office Suite, and working knowledge of the Environmental Mitigation Industry in the Southeast.
• This candidate will be tasked withworking in CADD software to design and develop stream restoration projects.
• Strong communications skills required (verbal and writing).
• Position will require occasional overnight travel in state and potentially to other states in the Southeast as necessary.
• Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills. Must be a self-motivated dynamic individual.
• EIT or PE certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Appropriate graduate level work is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 - 9 years of professional experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Chart and provide task performance results
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required
• Provide technical project and staff oversight
• Serve as task manager on select projects
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings
• Complete Annual Individual Training Program

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.