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The Public Works Associate Engineer selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in CIP project management that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Civil Engineer that has 5+ years of experience in professional engineering to work hybrid (on-site and remote) and part-time (approximately 24 hours per week) in the Torrance area. 

Projects may be related to the following:

• Water System Design
• Water Supply Analysis – Fire Flow (Need for Fire Hydrants)
• Masonry Wall Redesign and Repair
• Annual Pavement Improvement Program

As a Public Works Associate Engineer, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage multiple Capital Improvement Projects from conception through construction, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards with minimal supervision.
• Develop, monitor, and update comprehensive project schedules.
• Prepare and administer professional engineering and professional service agreements, including scope development, RFP preparation, negotiation, and oversight of consultants.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, cost estimates, maps, legal descriptions, and contract documents, and provide recommendations for approval in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Collaborate and coordinate with various departments, public agencies, and utility companies to ensure alignment and support for project goals and timelines.
• Prepare bid packages with clear and accurate specifications that support successful project delivery.
• Develop engineering exhibits that visually communicate project designs and make technical details easy to understand.

As a Public Works Associate Engineer, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or closely related field
• At least 5 years of professional engineering, field and office experience
• Preferred: Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE) - Civil
• Proven experience managing at least 3 major public works projects, including administration of associate consultant contracts, within the past three years.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance