Civil Engineer I

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly is seeking a Civil Engineer 1 to join the Surface Transportation team in Davenport, IA. This is not a remote position. 

We are a fast-growing firm with 500 employees across 25 offices in 10 states serving clients through our four primary business groups: 

• Aviation
• Surface Transportation
• Water Resources
• Building & Site Services

Civil Engineer I is an early career professional focused on acquiring fundamental engineering knowledge and developing basic technical skills while working on assigned projects.

What you will do:

• Acquire basic industry knowledge and skills while working under a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) licensure preferred
• Complete assigned tasks of limited complexity including design, analysis, and technical writing
• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to provided deadlines and project scope
• Utilize technical software to support the planning and design of infrastructure projects
• May perform construction observation and/or site inspection to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications
• Submit work for review and approval in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, or other governmental regulations, as advised and directed by managers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Here is what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering
• 0-3 years of experience in Engineering
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) licensure (desired)
• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and design models
• Basic knowledge of techniques and principles involved in the production of technical studies, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimating
• Basic knowledge of codes and civil engineering practices
• Exposure to AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other design/analysis software required of the practice area
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal, as well as verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks
• Basic problem solving and critical thinking skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Ability to actively listen to what others are saying and ask questions as appropriate
• Ability to accept out of town travel assignments and work overtime to meet project demands
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License preferred to visit project sites, clients, and other CMT offices when public transportation is not available

 Ideally, you will also have:

• 2 years of preferred experience 
• Previous construction experience, or internship experience, is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements:

Physical demands vary depending on the specific nature of assigned projects. CMT is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. 

• Office tasks: Physical requirements are minimal and include prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Field work: including but not limited to site visits, field surveys, and construction inspections could involve more physical demands such as:
• Walking, climbing, navigating uneven terrain
• Navigating job sites and construction areas
• Lifting and carrying equipment, tools, or other materials
• Physical endurance to withstand varying weather conditions and long working hours
• Travel to different locations can involve sitting for extended periods

Elevating infrastructure, together.

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a civil infrastructure professional services firm working with clients and their communities to shape the future, together. Our mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients’ needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Our dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure.

At CMT, we are looking for individuals who come to us with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews. 

Benefits at CMT

CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work Life Balance, Financial Heath & Retirement, and Career Development. To learn more about the CMT benefit programs, review the information on our website, Careers - CMT Infrastructure Professionals. 

The expected compensation range for this position is $72,500 - $75,500 annually. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT (EEO) POLICY
 Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS
 Applicants wishing to apply for an open position with CMT who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact CMT’s Human Resources Department at akoester@cmtengr.com to request assistance. CMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS
 CMT does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications. Staffing and recruiting agencies, and individuals being represented by an agency, are not authorized to use this site or to submit applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. CMT is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.