Civil Engineering Assistant – Davenport, IA

DAVENPORT, IA | Klingner & Associates, P.C. is seeking a Civil Engineering Assistant to help support our Site Development Department.Make a positive impact as a Klingner Civil Engineering Assistant. Our award-winning firm consists of talented professionals that have the privilege of assisting individuals, industrial and commercial businesses, municipalities, primary / secondary schools, higher educational institutions, and government agencies throughout Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa. We offer opportunities for our staff to gain valuable insight and expertise while working closely with other internal professional disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and reviewing designs, plans, specifications, permitting, and final construction documents.
• Identify and address potential project risks and independently produce mitigation strategies.
• Follow industry design trends, technological advancements, professional organizations, and new certifications.
• Assist with performing and / or coordinating thorough inspections and assessments, as needed, with an emphasis on safety and timeliness.
• Follow Klingner standards and quality control procedures to ensure project safety, reliability, and longevity.
• Work independently and with guidance (as well as with other project managers, engineers, technicians, and contractors) to complete projects.
• Assist in organizing, prioritizing and performing work assignments with supervision.
• Clearly document all project phases and client communication.
• Assist with construction oversight and administration, as needed.
• Travel occasionally to support project-related inspections, meetings, etc.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of demonstrated experience in municipal or site development engineering is most desired.
• A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or closely-related engineering field from an accredited university, at minimum. A Master of Science degree is desirable.
• Must hold at least an EIT and be on track to pursue a Professional Engineer license.
• Must have excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. An understanding of WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, and Revit is a plus.
• Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple complex projects and tasks concurrently, along with a commitment to meeting deadlines and keeping projects within budget is required.
• Clear written and verbal communication is a must.
• Understanding of and experience in applying regulatory agency laws, ordinances, and regulations for Municipal, County, State, and Federal agency permitting submittals is a plus.
• Understanding of and experience with various water / wastewater system funding agencies, is a plus.
• Experience in writing or assisting in preparing reports and studies, scopes of work, and proposals.
• Should have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to hold strong business relationships with clients.
• Ability to conduct all projects by quality standards and Klingner procedures, with a strong focus of on accuracy and quality of work.
• A drive to create high-quality designs, strong sense of commitment, willingness to learn, and desire to work in a team environment.

NOTE: This is a full-time position. Additional training can be provided.

Salary Range: $29-$39

Salaries may vary based on experience and qualifications. The listed ranges are typical.

The Perks

At Klingner, we offer excellent benefits, career growth opportunities, and a competitive salary depending on experience.

• Mentor / Mentee opportunities
• Professional development assistance
• Health insurance (three coverage options available)
• Vision and dental insurance
• VPTO, sick leave, and 7.5 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health savings and Flexible Spending
• Partial Paid Maternity Leave
• Yearly Wellness reimbursement
• Bonus opportunities
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Applying is easy – Simply complete the Initial Interest Form below.That’s okay! We’re always looking for experienced professionals who want to work in our wheelhouse of expertise. We welcome you to apply today.