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Professional Civil Engineer

  • Posted on October 1, 2024
  • Location: Lake Charles, LA

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Posted under: Engineering

What does this job entail? 

As a Civil Engineer, you will work independently and lead a team on a variety of engineering projects including roadway design, construction plan development, specifications, and construction administration. You’ll also handle transportation feasibility studies, line and grade studies, basic utility design (such as water and sewer), and general drainage design. Your work will involve using various engineering software programs and Microsoft Office applications. The Civil Engineer will be a champion and leader of our company’s core values while maintaining internal and external customer engagement and satisfaction.

Some responsibilities include: 

Technical/Project 

  • Plan, design, and implement municipal projects such as roadway design and expansion, traffic engineering, and hydraulic projects. 
  • Analyze engineering data and prepare calculations, drawings, reports, field observations, and required applications to regulatory agencies. 
  • Manage projects and coordinate with the engineering team and clients on all aspects of project execution. 
  • Review and seal your projects and those of others as needed.

Business Development & External Communication 

  • Manage client relationships, serving as a point of contact for proposals, presentations, and technical issues.
  • Ensure new and existing clients receive the highest level of service. 
  • Communicate with municipalities and government agencies for regulatory permits and other project requirements. 
  • Engage with contractors, cities/districts, regulatory agencies and funding agencies on project-related matters.
  • Attend public meetings, forums and open-house events to discuss project details and answer questions from the public, as required. 
  • Participate in district, town and city meetings as needed. 

Leadership 

  • Generate and review complete construction plans and specifications. 
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to junior engineers and staff. 

Am I qualified for this position? 

  • A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 4 years of professional experience is required.  
  • Municipal Engineering experience is a plus. 
  • Must have LA PE licensure or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire date.

Why work for Fenstermaker? 

Our success is based on establishing lasting partnerships and providing innovative, high-quality products and services. We conduct our business ethically, honestly and with integrity in everything we do. 

Our core values define the way we do business. 

Family 

We treat everyone like family and put people over policy. 

We place an emphasis on safety and are supportive and empathetic in rough times. 

One Company 

We leverage our multi-disciplinary strength to benefit our clients. 

We communicate, collaborate and execute together, as a team. 

Customer Obsessed 

We treat others the way they want to be treated – with respect. 

We create unforgettable experiences and build lasting relationships and establish partnerships. 

Growth Mindset 

We believe growth creates opportunity and gives us the capability of building long-term careers. 

Be Different 

We encourage and reward innovation. 

We serve our clients in ways that make the competition irrelevant. 

We create a unique experience for our team members. 

EOE/AA Employer. Applications confidential. 

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