[Hiring] Civil Engineer / Construction Manager @Ducks Unlimited, Inc.

Role Description

Are you passionate about wetland conservation and restoration? Do you want to join a highly motivated team of biologists and engineers who are making a real difference in the preservation of our natural resources? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Ducks Unlimited (DU) Minnesota has an opening for a Full-Time Engineer or Construction Manager in the Garfield, MN office or Remote (preferred in Southwest MN). The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects. Primary responsibilities will be in Minnesota.

As a remote employee, you may be required to come in at any time, with reasonable notice, into a DU office (or other designated location) for meetings and other business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare proposal scope of work and budgets in close coordination with biological staff.
• Attend project meetings and collaborate with partners on site designs and functionality.
• Perform hydrological, soil, and topographic analysis for each restoration/enhancement site. Work with DU biologist to maximize ecological enhancements.
• Review engineered plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D and assist in drafting plans as needed.
• Prepare project reports, bidding documents, and cost estimates.
• Conduct field inspections, topographic surveys, and support construction management as needed.
• Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications, schedules, contracts, and budgets.
• Occasionally travel to partner/team meetings, construction activities, and site visits. Some overnight travel required.
• Perform field work as required which could include strenuous outdoor activity in difficult environmental conditions. Must be able to trailer and operate an ATV and outboard boat when necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have at minimum, a B.S in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program, and a preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering design and construction.
• Demonstrated oral, written, and good communication skills are essential.
• Desirable qualifications include experience with surveying, Civil3D, HydroCAD, hydrology, hydraulics, civil design including structures and pump stations, erosion control, construction inspection and project management.
• Must be self-motivated, passionate about conservation, goal oriented and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships.

Benefits

• Salary will be based on experience and education.
• DU offers an exceptional benefit package, including comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage.
• Three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match).
• Tuition reimbursement.

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