Project Engineer (In Training)

Project Engineer (In Training)
Location: Houston, TX
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000
Position Overview
Kuo & Associates (KUO) are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer (In Training) who will play a crucial role in overseeing and executing a variety of capital improvement projects related to paving & drainage, water line, sanitary line, traffic control plans, and site development. This position requires a hands-on approach to project management and design tasks to ensure successful project completion within specified timelines. The Engineering and Design Specialist will be responsible for preparing estimates, monitoring work for compliance with codes and standards, obtaining plan approvals and permits, and coordinating with various stakeholders such as EITS, drafters, subconsultants, and regulatory entities. Additionally, this role involves actively participating in meetings, providing technical expertise, and taking on additional responsibilities as needed to support project objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering and design skills, project management experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects.
The Perks! Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement savings options, paid time off and holidays and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
Company Overview
Since its inception in 1985 Kuo & Associates (KUO) has grown from a small group to an esteemed local civil engineering and surveying firm dedicated to serving the rapidly growing Greater Houston region of Texas with exceptional and timely services. As a HFW Companies (ranked No. 242 om ENR Top 500 with 500+ employees) Partner firm since March 2024, KUO is proud to be a part of a national network of leading consulting firms in the architecture and engineering industry that have come together under The HFW Companies to revolutionize collaborative infrastructure design. This partnership allows us to access a wealth of diverse expertise, innovation, and resources to better serve our clients on a national scale.
From designing water distribution and transmission systems to innovative stormwater management solutions, our engineers and surveyors are at the forefront of creating a more resilient and sustainable built environment. Our engineers focus primarily on improving public infrastructure with designing roads, water & wastewater line, park and school site developments, traffic control systems, etc. while our survey team leverages cutting-edge technology and expertise to pave the way for new developments.
Join us on this exhilarating journey of creativity, innovation, and transformation as we continue to push the boundaries of engineering excellence and make a lasting impact on the world around us. Together, we are building the future, one bold idea at a time.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Engineering and design functions as necessary to meet project schedule
• Hands on work on Capital Improvement projects on paving & drainage, Water Line, Sanitary Line, Traffic Control Plan, etc.
• Hands on work on site development/projects
• Prepare estimates
• Monitor work for compliance with applicable codes, standards, engineering practices, criteria, etc.
• Proactively work with entities to obtain plan approval & permit
• Assist in managing project by coordinating with EITS, Drafters, Subconsultants, entities, etc.
• Attend meetings
• Perform additional responsibilities as appropriate

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 4 to 5 years of relevant experience
• E. is preferred
• Proficiency in Civil 3D (AutoCAD) is expected
• Proficient in MS office, Power Point, Microsoft Project, etc.
• Experience in HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS
• Reasonable verbal & written communication
• Familiarity with regional design codes, standards are desirable
• Able to work independently within Team Environment

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