Civil Engineer- Highways, Roads & Bridges

San Francisco, California, United States

Description


Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transportation challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Our pledge to you.

Join GHD.

Who are we looking for?   GHD is looking for a Civil Engineer - Roads, to support our Transportation Team in our Phoenix, AZ office. This is a unique opportunity for a rising individual to join a large, well-established organization with a culture that promotes teamwork, integrity, and respect. You will work closely with our highly skilled multi-disciplinary teams throughout the organization and our clients to efficiently deliver projects and provide high value consultancy services.

Working with our Engineering Design Organization, this position offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a significant impact within our organization and the communities we serve. 

Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture!  Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility.  Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Technical Guidance and Project Oversight: Providing expertise and guidance on various engineering projects, with a focus on transportation systems, such as highways, roadways, trails, and more. 

Design Delivery: Leading and supporting the production of complex engineering designs, drawings, details, and specifications. 

Ensuring timely production of deliverables and carrying out quality checks and procedures.

What you will bring to the team

Strong foundation and proficiency across multiple software design platforms – experience with both AutoCAD Civil 3D required, and MicroStation desired. Supplemental transportation /traffic software experience a plus.

Experience, familiarity with and knowledge of overall project delivery processes.

Experience with local agency, state and federally funded transportation projects administered by the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Ability to support and grow relationships/business in transportation and other sectors within the US West Region.

Proven professional judgement and commercial acumen, including identifying, assessing, evaluating and solving problems.

Robust written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to concisely convey complex issues.

Strong teammate, with the ability to work independently when required, collaborative in open sharing of information and knowledge with team.

Demonstrated ability to direct and delegate work assignments to others, ensuring efficient project execution and team productivity.

A self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related filed

Qualifications

Minimum 4+ years of experience with solid technical knowledge and skills across the transportation & municipal engineering, including a strong background in planning & design; construction experience a plus.

 Registered Civil Engineer in the State of Arizona, or ability to obtain in one year

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. 

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

EEO Statement US: As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Salary Range: $68,000-$115,000 based on experience.   

Company


GHD

Our commitments anchor us to what is truly important. They give us insights into the best ways to partner with clients like you to solve the world’s biggest challenges. Commitment is how we grew from a small engineering practice in Melbourne, Australia, in 1928 into a global professional services company today with over 11,000 employees in 160 offices on five continents.

We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with you to make water, energy and communities sustainable for generations to come. This is a commitment for our children, your children, and all those who come after, and is the vision and the purpose behind all our efforts.

No matter where our work takes us around the planet, whether we’re partnering on a local initiative or a global infrastructure project, we’re helping create lasting community benefit. And that’s why our work is more than just a job — it is an unshakable belief in the future we are building.

Our employees own our business. Our projects, like our people, are diverse and global. We take the long view of the climate crisis, geopolitical shifts, industry disruption and even technological advances. Our success in growing GHD over nearly a century gives us the experience to help you unlock opportunities and protect against future shocks, without compromising your competitive edge.

Working with GHD means partnering with our innovative, multidisciplinary, and globally-connected team. Our commitment is to help you go beyond expectations and deliver sustainable outcomes. We are constantly evolving to fulfil that commitment, and we're ready to work with you to transform the areas where you work, live and play.

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