Project Engineer - GIS

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald is currently seeking a Project Engineer for water, wastewater and surveying projects. This position will be in based in our Charleston West Virginia office.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• General management and oversight of multiple projects
• Maintain a safety program for all staff, and promote safety standards of personnel and equipment
• Prepare construction inspection summaries of daily activities and weekly reports
• Meets with utility representatives related to the coordination of necessary relocation, construction work and compliance with permits and/or utility relocation schedules
• Maintain relationships with clients, business owners, and the public in project execution
• Receives general instructions regarding assignments and is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems.
• General knowledge of water and wastewater systems and components
• Review of project schedule, progress and deliverables with those he/she will manage or support
• Review of contracts, drawings and specifications for constructability
• Operate and maintain all technical surveying instruments and measuring devices needed to complete different types of survey assignments for water and wastewater projects
• Perform routine analysis to check applicability, accuracy, and reasonableness of data
• Conduct various types of survey activities on surveys associated with water and wastewater projects
• Reduce and plot survey data
• Participate in basic layout and field engineering activities
• Conduct records research
• Coordinate the findings of the work produced with engineering personnel, clients, and others concerned with the project
• Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed
• Familiarity with the latest software for downloading survey data

We invite applications from candidates with the following experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar
• 5 years minimum experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• PE required
• ­Ability to walk and climb over rough terrain and withstand working outside for up to 8-12 hours in varying temperatures
• Must possess manual dexterity with the physical ability to work in situations which require bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and lifting/carrying items up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to carry survey equipment that is up to 48 inches in length
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, gloves, mask) and other safety equipment required by the company guidelines and procedures

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

•  Strong leadership skills, work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Strong technical, documentation, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Valid driver's license
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen
• Must be willing to travel

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law. 
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence