Civil Engineer (Land Development)

Job Summary
AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) is seeking a full-time professional civil engineer (land development) for our The Dalles, Oregon office. You will work closely with our principals and multidisciplinary task leads on a mix of projects throughout the region. This opening is ideal for a registered professional engineer who can take the lead on design of private land development projects and can independently manage projects. AKS offers a supportive work environment with an excellent benefit package and an outstanding opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in civil engineering design related to land development.
• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent degree (required).
• Oregon or Washington Professional Engineer (PE) civil license or the ability to obtain a license in the near future (required).
• Ability to identify and pursue business development opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience successfully delivering site development projects in Oregon and/or Washington.
• Knowledge and familiarity with local codes and agency standards.
• Basic understanding of project reports, solid time management, and follow‐through skills. Proven ability to manage a multi‐disciplinary team with a positive, flexible approach.
• Various civil engineering technical skills required including good organizational skills.
• A proactive approach to managing, effectively handling multiple priorities, maintaining relationships with clients, and producing high quality work.
• Strong written and oral communication skills including proposal and report writing.
• Self‐motivated, proactive, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work efficiently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Reputation for high level of client service.
• Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/InRoads design experience.

Job Functions and Responsibilities: You will lead site development projects with our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team. This role will be involved in residential, industrial, commercial, education, and recreational projects. Our team environment provides the resources of in-house technical experts to meet the needs of our clients. You will also be involved in communicating with outside subconsultants. Knowledge and familiarity with local codes and agency standards is important for this person to thrive in leading projects. Specific responsibilities of this job include:

• Performing site and infrastructure design per county/city standards and maintaining proactive communication with the technical staff of jurisdictions to minimize future changes or misunderstandings.
• Developing and managing project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Providing technical leadership for project design team.
• Coordinating with other in-house disciplines, as well as outside subconsultants.
• Providing QA/QC review of deliverables.
• Assisting in mentoring engineering staff.
• Developing plans, specifications, and reports.
• Stamping final deliverables.
• Assisting in leading all components of the project from initial proposal/feasibility efforts through construction.
• Identifying and pursuing new opportunities in providing services for site development projects.
• Networking with clients, agency personnel, and colleagues to build/maintain professional network.
• Maintaining relationships with clients to develop future opportunities.
• Actively participating in Project Management and team Meetings.
• Doing what needs to be done.

Company Overview
AKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multi-discipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With six offices and over 28 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients providing a unique and diverse combination of services.
- Civil Engineering - Land, Aerial, and Hydrographic Surveying
- Land Use Planning - Landscape Architecture
- Forestry/Forest Engineering - Arboriculture
- Natural Resources - Water Resources
- Construction Support Services - GIS
Culture
AKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on teambuilding adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.
We are organized around multidisciplinary teams that follow a project from conception through construction. We function as one team, one company, one community, and empower our employees to deliver their best work to evolve, grow, and succeed.
Benefits
AKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401(k) matching, and additional benefits and special perks. Including:

• Opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training.
• Collaborative team environment, fun atmosphere, all staff, and team events.
• Security working for an established, reputable, stable, and successful company.
• Regular lunches and staff events to encourage staff to spend unstructured time together.
• Flexible work schedule, vacations, and time off.

Visit our website for more information on the work we do, and all that AKS offers.

AKS Engineering and Forestry does not work with third-party recruiters or agencies. Candidates should be warned that third-party recruiters may misrepresent themselves as working on behalf of AKS. Candidates should only communicate directly with AKS employees.
Third-party recruiters and agencies should not contact AKS Engineering and Forestry employees directly. Any resumes sent from third-party recruiters or agencies to an AKS employee or submitted through the AKS website are considered unsolicited and the property of AKS. AKS will not pay a placement fee unless the recruiter or agency has a signed contract with AKS before submitting a candidate for consideration.