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Civil Engineer I
SGM
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SGM is seeking a full-time Civil Engineer I for our Glenwood Springs, Colorado team. This position is primarily in-person and based at one of our office locations. Regular in-office attendance is required and is not considered a remote role. Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to live, work, and play in Western Colorado!
SGM offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision coverage, employer-paid STD/LTD/Life, HSA/FSA plans, 401k employer match, parental leave, vacation & sick leave, 8 paid holidays, and incentive compensation bonuses. Benefits may be prorated for part-time employees. This position will be posted until filled but no sooner than three days from now.
Job Duties
Execute well-defined technical and engineering tasks.
Contribute to development of deliverables.
Perform field work and CAD drafting, sometimes in significant amounts.
Conduct field activities, including full-time construction inspections and part-time inspections.
Actively participate in team endeavors and SGM initiatives and committees as requested.
Proactively communicate with supervisor on professional development desires & needs.
Help secure repeat clients through project performance and professional persona.
Help secure new business by recognizing and communicating with supervisor about business opportunities through clients, projects, etc.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field
EI Certification or ability to obtain in the first year of employment
Organized, fast learner, and interested in the details
Executes well-defined technical and engineering tasks
Strong familiarity and working knowledge in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software with interest in expanding CAD knowledge base
Experience in surface water hydrology and hydraulic analysis and design
Self-review of work and understanding of review by fellow engineers
Produce deliverables such as plans, specifications, memorandums or reports
Enjoy working with a small, focused team
Strong written and oral communication skills via emails, phone and in-person
Excellent client service skills for design meetings, coordination with other consultants and the client
Ability to coordinate and schedule other subtasks
Valid Driver License
Able to conduct site visits on specific inspection tasks such as erosion control
Strong desire to live, work and play in Western Colorado
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness to represent SGM positively in the industry and local community
Desire to provide industry-leading engineering services and become an integral part of the overall SGM team
Surveying experience
GPS/GIS experience
Septic System (OWTS) design certification
Construction project administration and oversight experience
Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field
Municipal engineering experience
An active member of relevant professional organizations
Demonstrated initiative and participation in community involvement and outreach
Software experience/proficiency
Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS 2D, HEC-HMS, InfoDrainage, FLO-2D, or similar)
MS Office software such as Word and Excel
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to travel to various project sites including mountain locations.
As an equal opportunity employer, SGM realizes that a diverse group of employees will bring a broader range of ideas and a stronger vision to the world of engineering, consulting, and surveying. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law. CDOT Non-Discrimination in Employment Notice

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