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We are currently searching for a junior level Roadway/Civil Engineer in Training to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
What you’ll be doing
- 01Gaining familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultants
- 02Learning and assisting in the development of projects with more senior engineers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
- 03Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies, or standards
- 04Preparing and modifying reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
- 05Aspires to work in a team environment. Work as part of a team to deliver a range of transportation and civil design projects
- 06Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members
- 07Attends appropriate team meetings
- 08Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results
- 09Identify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions
- 10Applies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
- 11Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
- 12Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What you need to have
- 13BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
- 141 - 4 years relevant experience in roadway or civil design
- 15FE/EIT is preferred
- 16Internship or prior work related experience a bonus but not required
- 17MicroStation/AutoCad experience a bonus
- 18Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- 19Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
- 20Valid driver’s license
- 21A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Why Volkert?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.
Key Benefits
- 22Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 23Medical, Dental, & Vision
- 24401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
- 25Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- 26Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
- 27Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- 28Wellness incentives
- 29Student Debt Retirement Match
- 30Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”
- 31Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
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