Entry-level Civil Engineer – Land Development
Job at a glance
GPI is seeking a civil site project engineer to join our Land Development Group in our Albany, NY office. We have a backlog of exciting projects ranging from Higher Ed, K-12 Schools, Commercial Hospitality, Municipal, Parks/Recreation, and much more. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the work they perform and a strong desire to succeed. GPI’s success is built around our seven strategic objectives.
These objectives start with employee satisfaction. This is evident by the longevity of our employee retention and the family culture that is felt within our organization. As a 100% employee-owned company, we work together as a team with a common goal to succeed. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you! GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years.
Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com Responsibilities: Will be involved in the design of site plans, including drainage, erosion, and sedimentation control, grading, and layout. Conducting research and field investigations. Supporting production of plans, reports, specifications, and other studies.
Performing hydrologic and hydraulic analysis Preparation of cost estimates and specifications Partnering with your supervisory team to meet your future goals and visions. Qualifications: BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program EIT preferred. Exposure to land development design, grading, drainage, and stormwater management Working knowledge of AutoCAD with Civil 3D preferred. Exposure to HydroCAD and hydrological/hydraulic design.
Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day, up to 8 hours.
Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less(mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.). Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working