Civil Engineer - Entry-level

Finding The Right Fit

If you’re an ambitious go-getter who thrives in a collaborative environment and craves opportunities for growth, we have just the job for you. We’re seeking an entry-level, highly motivated Civil Engineer to join our growing SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) team. From the onset, you will be expected to roll up your sleeves and get to work on delivering SUE projects through planning and design. We are looking for a team-oriented self-starter that thrives in the office, in the field, and in a fast-paced environment. The selected candidate will be able to work efficiently with strong communication skills, and in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

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On Any Given Day, You’ll

• Work with other engineers, SUE technicians, surveyors, CADD designers, and administrative staff.
• Assist in developing project drawings using CADD software and compiling project-related information under the guidance of licensed engineers.
• Communicate with utility companies to obtain and compile existing utility information.
• Review and incorporate CDOT or local municipal design standards and obtain permits for field investigations and design.
• Assist project manager with documentation, minutes, and distribution.
• Participate in subsurface engineering, survey, and data collection field efforts.
• Learn and apply geophysical theories and techniques.
• Assist with other civil engineering project design tasks as needed (drainage design, site civil design, construction support, etc.)
• Visit project sites and assist field staff with utility investigation work.
• Continue professional development through attendance at meetings, professional seminars, and conferences.
• Analyze utility maps and accurately correlate recorded information with collected utility data
• Coordinate with subcontractors regarding project schedule and execution.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 0-2 years of civil engineering experience
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical skills and engineering judgment
• Working knowledge of CADD-related software
• Close attention to detail, quality processes, and safety procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft products
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. occasionally
• Valid Driver’s License
  
  

Desired Skills And Experiences

• Has passed the Colorado Fundamentals of Engineering exam
• Exposure to geophysical and survey equipment
• Understanding of Bluebeam
• Strong technical writing skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Not sure you meet every single requirement?

We understand that no candidate is likely to match every qualification listed. If you are passionate about a variety of both field and design work, we encourage you to apply—even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every detail in the posting. Your unique perspective, skills, and willingness to learn new skills, could be a great fit for our team and the work we do in our Western Division.

Benefits Of Being Part Of The Ayres Team

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
  
  

Our good-faith compensation approach is fair and equitable, and takes into consideration only permissible factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, training, skills, and experience, and geographic location where the work is performed. A salary range for this posting is $72000 - $82000. The foregoing salary range represents what the company believes, in good-faith, it will pay for the posted opportunity. The individual selected for this role will be evaluated with the compensation factors in mind and placed appropriately.

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