Transportation Design Engineer

Location:
Colorado Springs, CO 80905 or Denver, CO 80112

Compensation Range:
Compensation range: $85,000-$135,000 (FLSA Exempt). This is an estimated pay range. Final pay rate will be determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, job related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions. 

Job Summary:
Basis Partners Transportation Design Team is hiring This position will integrate with our very strong and capable team of Design Engineers to continue our firm's growth. The successful candidate will be able to contribute to the team's project deliverables by possessing:Broad range of experience in roadway and highway design in both urban and rural areas for local agencies and Departments of Transportation.  Roundabout design experience desired.   Thorough understanding and application of plan reading, field layout, shop drawings, and approved product submittals.   Firm understanding of extended project team responsibilities and roles (client, subconsultants, contractor, stakeholders, etc.) and impact on personal task adherence and deadlines. Thorough understanding of the overall progression of project lifecycle of typical projects and contracts. The ability and desire to mentor others. Minimum Requirements:B.S. Civil EngineeringP.E. LicenseAt least 4-6+ years of relevant Transportation Design experience with increasing responsibility.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties and responsibilities.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting in initiation of projects by:  Researching and understanding the scope and standards that govern projects.  Collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the project site, prior studies, surveys, as-built drawings, historical data, etc. as inputs into project development, design, and construction.  Begin initial design through both calculations and CADD layouts. Producing designs for a multitude of transportation projects by:Creating conceptual designs and advancing a selected alternative to a final design level. Conducting analyses to develop and support designs and submittals.  Evaluating the design against industry standards, regulations, and client expectations.  Continually revising the design through milestone meetings (including submittal reviews and feedback), changes in scope or design changes, feasibility analyses, cost constraints, client preferences, and other relevant factors.Preparing a complete set of construction documents for review by the Design Lead by:Drafting project plans and specifications (including plan sheets, special provisions, and bid documents).Creating written narratives/project reports.  Calculating quantities for cost estimating and bidding purposes.  Identifying and documenting required permits.Participating in quality reviews and revisions to ensure compliance with internal and client quality standards.Creating, writing, assembling, updating, and storing data by:Assisting the Design Lead by providing detailed information such as photos, sketches, exhibits, drawings, calculations, measurements, or other necessary information.Tracking and documenting design revisions, design calculations, and other important changes throughout the project.   Maintaining well-organized internal documents in project folders for easy access and retrieval.  Consulting on issues related to the project deliverables by:Identifying and addressing design constraints and constructability issues. Answering engineering design related questions and completing drawings or calculations as needed throughout the life of the project.Promoting Basis Partners' values and reputation by:Providing valuable input into design best practices. Interacting with colleagues, clients, contractors, and the public in a professional manner.Promoting Basis Partners' safety, values, and reputation by:

• Providing valuable input into design best practices. 
• Interacting with colleagues, clients, contractors, and the public in a professional manner.
• Required to have and maintain a valid driver's license, appropriate auto insurance coverage (per Basis Partners' Vehicle Policy) and an acceptable driving record.
• Occasional travel to job sites, client offices, and other meeting places.
• Maintaining required certification and/or licensure.

Physical Activities:
Most of the work will be performed in an office environment.  Project site visits may be necessary at times and can involve hazards including exposure to changes in temperature (seasonal), inclement weather, dust, fumes, gases, traffic, slope, water, water way, and trains. 

Office Physical Requirements:Continuously sitting; Occasionally standing and walking.Lifting, carrying, moving: Occasionally up to 2 lbs.Hand use: Frequent simple grasping and fine manipulation.  Reaching: Occasionally reaching above shoulder, at and below waist; Continuously keyboarding.  Positioning:  Occasionally bending (waist level), squatting, kneeling, twisting, crawling, and balancing.Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required, this job description is not to be interpreted to describe all the duties and responsibilities the incumbent may be required to perform.  As such, this job description is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice. 

Benefit Summary:401(k) with employer match (Roth and Traditional options)Medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth savings account with employer contributionsDependent care flexible spending accountDisability insurance (short term and long term)Company-paid life insurance and buy up provisionPaid time off (PTO and Holiday)Parental leave (pregnancy and parental)Training and career progression to support and encourage you throughout the different stages of your career goalsRelocation assistance availableAbout Us:
Basis Partners is a Colorado-based, people, team, and locally focused civil engineering consulting firm providing services to public agencies in the transportation industry.

We are a consulting firm that is a sharp contrast to our competitors. Sure, we do the same work, but we are different from the rest in the way we handle projects, build cohesiveness, energy, skills, and local pride.

It is firmly believed that if you place people first something remarkable will happen. It creates a community of fun, passionate individuals who help make their communities better, safer places to live.

At Basis Partners, on day one, you will be doing work that matters alongside other talented and collaborative team members while building the foundation of your career through practical and hands on experience, coaching, mentoring, and training.
It's in our core to care for our community, our team, and our clients. Helping with the infrastructure of our community is a source of pride for our team.  We can drive down a road, interstate, or cross a bridge and say, 'Wow, I was on a team that helped with that project

Our team lives and works here and we want to make sure we give back to the communities we serve by volunteering and supporting local organizations. We love to 'keep it local'

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