The engineer will design aviation projects such as taxiways and runways while assisting with reports, specifications, and cost estimates. They will also perform onsite construction monitoring and coordinate with project teams and clients.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and possess a valid driver's license. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is highly preferred, along with the ability to pass background checks for airport access.
Mead & Hunt provides clients with expert planning, architecture design, engineering, environmental and construction administration services across a wide variety of market sectors, including transportation (aviation, highways, roads and bridges), food and beverage processing, renewable energy, municipal infrastructure, military, telecommunications, cultural resources, and hydropower and water resources. In each of these disciplines, we’ve developed unique methodologies and processes to deliver cost-saving solutions that meet our clients’ needs.
At Mead & Hunt, we approach each project as an opportunity for innovation – and we believe that innovation in any field begins with the same step: listening. That’s why we build strong relationships with our clients, insist on cross-disciplinary collaboration and support continuing education. The result? Over a century of engineering and architectural solutions that have resulted in everything from cost-saving efficiencies to proprietary processes.
We take great pride in not only what we do, but how we do it. Serving markets nationwide for more than 125 years, we’ve demonstrated our technical, design and planning expertise. But what makes us different is that we don’t measure our success in years or projects or revenue. Instead, it’s measured in your satisfaction.
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Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities.
Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last.
Mead & Hunt, an award-winning national architecture and engineering firm, has continued to exceed our strategic growth initiatives creating opportunities for our current and prospective team members. As a result, a full-time position is available for a highly motivated entry-level Civil Engineer to join our Aviation group at our Denver, CO office.
This exciting position offers a great mix of hands-on learning and real-world experience, giving you the opportunity to contribute to impactful airport project design while also getting out in the field to see your work come to life. You’ll support engineering design in the office, while also spending time onsite observing construction progress, building relationships with project teams, and gaining valuable exposure to how projects are delivered from start to finish.
Responsibilities include:
Designing aviation civil engineering projects, which include taxiways, aprons, runways, and others.
Assisting with analysis and preparation of reports, specifications, plans, schedules, studies, permits, and designs for projects.
Performing QA/QC tasks including leading design reviews.
Assisting with development of construction cost estimates for various projects.
Visiting construction project sites to monitor progress and perform other duties per the contract documents – days or nights.
May serve as onsite project representative.
May assist with client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
May attend client meetings.
Other tasks as assigned.
A valid driver’s license, the ability to pass background checks to gain access to airport sites, and frequent travel to construction project sites approximately 50% (may also include overnight stays) will be required.
The successful candidate will have the following background:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university completed by date of hire.
The ideal candidate will have experience in any/all the following:
Previous related civil / transportation engineering internship(s)
EIT certification is highly preferred
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software
Comfortable with public speaking and working in a client facing role
Strong communication skills
Heavy civil construction experience
Construction field tasks including site grading, utilities, drainage, erosion control, paving, materials testing, and/or surveying
Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project software programs
At Mead & Hunt we shape the future by putting people first. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, we can help you grow your career working with industry experts on exciting projects. Complete the online application at www.meadhunt.com/careers if this matches your career goals.
Why Mead & Hunt?
Strong Company Culture
Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
Employee-Owned Firm
Flexible Schedules
Diverse Skillsets, One Company
Impressive Benefits Package
Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.
Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.
Salary Range: $68,000 - $90,000 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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