Civil Designer
CEI Engineering Associates, Bentonville, AR, United States
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Plans, designs, and produces civil planning reporting and construction documents from conceptual
phase through construction phase by utilizing software and modeling programs. Completes assigned
tasks that aid CEI in achieving its stated long-term strategic objectives. Displays an understanding of
CEI's Guiding Principles and stated Vision Statement when performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures
while using judgement when making minor adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear
and specific objectives and require investigation of limited number of variables. Receives instructions
on specific objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance given for unusual
problems and normally reviewed for application of sound professional judgement. Performs work
involving conventional plans, technical reports, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with
relatively few complex features for which there are few precedents. May be assisted by engineers or
technicians and be responsible for a single phase of a project.
2. Assists with formulating cost estimates/projects budgets by estimating projected project hours.
Follows CEI accounting processes including pre-billing forms, review of final invoices, and addressing
client and sub-contractor invoice questions. Reviews activities, costs, operations, and forecast data
to determine project's progress in terms of timeline, costs, and client expectations.
3. Works with Assistant Project Engineers and Project Engineers to develop reports, specifications,
hydrology/drainage analysis, plans, construction schedules, impact studies, and designs for civil
projects.
4. Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering
and design documents including redline corrections for permitting and other uses. Follows CEI design
standards when completing project assignments. Follows CEI Quality Control processes including
the revision diary when completing project assignments.
5. As directed, may communicate with clients, local agencies, peers, and other project team members
to address plan changes, problems, and provide project status reports to involved parties. Attends
regularly scheduled meetings and called ad-hoc meetings. Works with peers and supervisors in a
manner that promotes team work and the overall success of the company as a whole.
6. Identifies, seeks, and attends continuing education seminars and classes to receive additional
knowledge and/or expertise.
7. Perform any other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
B.S. in an Engineering discipline