Expectations

K Friese Associates (KFA), a Lochner Company, is a leading provider of professional services in water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and development reviews for public agencies. Our staff includes licensed civil engineers, certified transportation planners, project/construction managers, and construction inspectors.

In May 2023, KFA joined Lochner, a national transportation infrastructure firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, providing planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and right-of-way services for surface transportation, rail, transit, and aviation clients. Together, we have more resources and capabilities for delivering innovative solutions and enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve.

• Client-Focused: We are collaborative and attentive to the unique needs and goals of each project.

• Performance-Driven: We are problem solvers dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities for innovation.

• Community-Minded: We are vested in the work we do as stewards of public funds used to improve the communities we serve.

• Socially Responsible: We give back to our communities by supporting various charitable organizations and causes.

• Growth Oriented: We invest in programs to attract, retain, and develop employees so KFA becomes a long-term home for top talent.

THE OPPORTUNITY

KFA is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer and Project Manager with 10 or more years of experience in drainage design to manage projects from either our Austin or San Antonio Office. The primary responsibilities for this position include working with and training junior staff and assisting in the direction of other technical staff to produce quality designs and plans, interpreting plans from other engineering related disciplines (survey, utility, etc.), performing drainage design and analysis, and plan set production and detailing. Project Management responsibilities including task, budget, schedule, and staff management, as well as client interaction. In return, you will work with great clients and be welcomed into our team from day one.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

• 10 or more years of strong experience in engineering drainage design and plan production

• Experience developing Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) for TxDOT projects

• Texas PE license or the ability to obtain a Texas PE license within 6 months of hire

• 3 or more years of experience in project management and client service

• 3 or more years of experience in managing and mentoring junior staff

• Experience using MicroStation and GEOPAK

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with MicroStation Subsurface Utility Design and Analysis (SUDA)

• Experience with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS

• Familiarity with 2d modeling principles and applications

Commitment

ABOUT US

KFA is a rapidly growing civil engineering consulting firm that focuses on serving public sector clients. With offices in Austin, Round Rock, Houston and San Antonio, Texas; we provide opportunities in the fields of water, wastewater, transportation, drainage, and planning. Our team is driven by challenging and sophisticated work that helps them stretch and expand their capabilities.

At KFA, we foster an environment that cultivates teamwork, collaborative thought, and high-quality, client-centered solutions. Our professionals are dedicated to our client's vision and understanding their real challenges through a partnership.

What else sets us apart?

• We focus on serving public sector clients to efficiently deliver high quality solutions.

• We seek challenging projects, for which we routinely provide significant value.

• We actively foster an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation, while staying connected in today's semi-virtual environment.

At KFA we are focused on giving back to the community - not only through our work, but also by supporting local charitable organizations throughout the year. We are also the proud recipients of several awards and recognitions that illustrate our commitment to our clients, community, and our profession, including:

• 2023 Engineering Excellence Award, Water/Wastewater Category Silver Medal Winner | ACEC Texas

• 2022 Public Works Project of the Year Award, Emergency Repair Category | APWA Texas Chapter

• 2020 Engineering Excellence Award, Water Resources Category Silver Medal Winner | ACEC Texas

• 2018 Women-Owned Business of the Year Award | North San Antonio Chamber, Small Business Leaders Award

• 2017 Employer of the Year Award | Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS), Heart of Texas Chapter

THE BENEFITS

Aligning with our performance-driven nature, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

• Opportunity to succeed in your career

• A Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Company paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

• Paid Time Off and eight (8) paid Holidays

• Flexible work schedule (Remote or Hybrid, when possible)

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 50 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights. 

Equal Employer

KFA & Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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