Entry-Level Civil Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM is hiring for an Entry-Level Civil Engineer in our North Charleston, SC office. 

This position is expected to start immediately. 

Under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with plans, specifications, and permitting
• Perform civil engineering modeling, design, and drafting work for engineers and project managers
• Assist with preparing/reviewing cost estimates, job budgets and schedules
• Support preparation of final plans, reports, and calculations
• Coordinate work with other engineers and multi-discipline professionals
• Document project information, author reports and other necessary correspondence for the project files
• Troubleshoots project related problems and provides engineering support
• Assist with resolution of construction issues and conducting site observations  

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Proficient with MS Office Suite – specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as AutoCAD)

• Must be able to conduct field work, tolerate variable environmental conditions, walk on uneven surfaces, and lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to travel on business periodically for periods of up to 2-3 days
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive rental vehicles on behalf of the company
• Must be able to work collaboratively in teams and independently when necessary
• Must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
• Minimum 6 months technical work experience in civil engineering or related field (e.g. summer internships, Co-Op).
   

Additional Information

·         Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Proficient with MS Office Suite – specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as AutoCAD)
• Must be able to conduct field work, tolerate variable environmental conditions, walk on uneven surfaces, and lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Valid US Driver’s License and must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in teams and independently when necessary
• Must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
• Minimum 6 months technical work experience in civil engineering or related field (e.g. summer internships, Co-Op)

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Frequent travel is a requirement of this role. 

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