Senior Airport Civil Engineer job in Los Angeles

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Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.

Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Long Beach, California or Los Angeles, California Aviation Group as a Senior Airport Civil Engineer.

MAJOR FUNCTION/ROLE

Under direction, applies full competency in conventional engineering work and broad knowledge of precedents in specialty area. On design assignments, understands how to clearly convey the design intent to engineering drawings and specifications. On assignments involving engineering investigations and planning work, has a firm grasp of the fundamentals of engineering processes and their application to operating systems. On projects involving engineering services related to construction activities, has developed a thorough understanding of construction methods and the manner in which engineering drawings and specifications are translated into the constructed product. Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct.

JOB DUTIES

Performs project design, sketching design concepts to be developed by junior engineers, CAD designers or technicians.
Plans and reviews the production of engineering drawings and specifications.
Plans and reviews the production of engineering investigations or planning work.
Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the most cost-effective solution.
Analyzes technical problems, assessing the feasibility of proposed techniques and procedures, and devising new approaches and alternative solutions.
Analyzes project dimension and scope, and prepares or oversees the preparation of cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.
Coordinates work with project manager, and guides junior professionals and technical personnel on the design and drafting of preliminary and final plans.
Is responsible for quality control, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, and checking computations or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.
May occasionally manage projects.
Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with seven years of experience since B.S. or 6 years since M.S. Typical incumbent has ten to fourteen years of experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Good interpersonal skills and capable of developing technical writing, and communications skills.
5 years airport design experience required.
Excellent technical and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to manage large scope operations and provide leadership to multiple levels of management and technical professionals.
Must have business vision, excellent communication skills, and be able to represent the firm effectively to staff, clients, and the community in general.
Promote high performance and consistent accountability at all levels within the sector.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D is required.
A background working in the civil aviation industry is required.

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS

PE is required.

Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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