Civil Senior Associate Engineer in Public Works

SINCE 1976, CANNON has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry, water resources, public infrastructure, and commercial and residential development. We work hard. We play hard. We have fun.

JOIN CANNON as a CIVIL SENIOR ASSOCIATE ENGINEER in IRVINE. Irvine offers warm weather, beautiful scenery, and is a top bicycling city with miles of on-road bicycle lanes and mountain bike trails. It is one of the safest communities and the public schools have consistently ranked among the best in California.

Job Summary

As a California licensed PE, responsible for project management, preparing engineering reports and analyses, design and preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of clients and great Public Works projects. Assignments may include mentoring less-experienced team members on AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and the design of street improvements, active transportation, green and complete streets, and drainage. In this role, the Senior Associate Engineer may also participate in pursuing new business.

Job Duties

• Concurrently manages a variety of civil engineering Public Works projects.


• Works independently on engineering design for projects requiring creative solutions.


• Tracks project scope, budgets, and schedules to ensure fulfillment of contract commitments and profitability.


• Effectively manages quality assurance and quality control.


• Uses technical knowledge to prepare Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for street widening, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, ADA compliance, storm drain (hydrology and hydraulics), and water quality BMPs.


• Primary interface with clients on project coordination and design and follow-up to ensure quality standards are met, efficiency levels are maintained, and client satisfaction, respect and confidence are assured.


• Directs and mentors project engineers and design engineers on technical matters and procedures and acts as a technical resource to staff.


• Establishes and fosters client relations and develops letter proposals (scope, schedule and fee estimates).


• Communicates effectively with various departments, clients, and agencies.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.


• California P.E. license.


• Minimum 9 years of experience in civil engineering specifically pertaining to Public Works projects.


• Minimum 2 years of project management experience pertaining to Public Works projects.


• Proficient with typical computer software programs used in civil engineering design (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Hydrology and Hydraulic, AES, WSPG, etc.)


• Proficient with MS Office Suite.


• A proven track record and strong desire of providing client service and delivery.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time within budget.


• Experience in mentoring and resource management.

WE OFFER competitive salaries, excellent benefits package, remote work flexibility, and an active and positive team building, work environment.

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