Project Engineer

Are we the road to your future?

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.

We are currently searching for an experienced Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Cottonwood Heights, UT . Relocation assistance available if needed.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting in the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructures
• These projects may include bridges, roads, tunnels, water, and sewage systems
• Different roadway design components include typical sections, geometric layouts, drainage analysis, maintenance of traffic plans
• Assignments will also involve tasks associated with producing a set of construction documents including drafting, computations, specifications, and cost estimates
• Mentor junior engineers
• Perform detailed engineering calculations & analysis, and utilize design software to solve complex issues
• Responsible for project schedules and client communications

What you need to have:

• BS or MS in Civil from an ABET accredited program
• PE Required
• 8 – 10 years’ experience
• PS&E experience is preferred
• Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
• Knowledge of local municipalities, funding sources, public infrastructure, and traffic
• Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• General interpersonal skills including active listening, teamwork, responsibility, dependability, leadership, motivation, flexibility, and patience
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
• Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems
• Be able to communicate effectively - verbal and written
• Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.