Project Engineer (Entry Level)

Founded in 2007, Ward Getz & Associates LLC (WGA) is a Texas based professional consulting firm that has steadily grown in a competitive market by consistently delivering exceptional quality and service. Our success is rooted in the belief that creative design drives successful projects and that strong collaborative relationships with municipalities, permitting authorities, and local and state agencies lead to tangible results throughout the development process. Our diverse project experience spans industrial, commercial, large mixed use developments, hospitality, healthcare, education, municipal infrastructure, and both multifamily and single family residential projects. From preliminary feasibility studies to full scale design, we are committed to providing value through innovative and cost effective solutions tailored to each project's unique needs. With four established offices across Texas in Houston, The Woodlands, Austin, and San Antonio, and with remote team members located throughout the United States, WGA continues to expand its reach while maintaining a strong local presenceOverall responsibilityPreparing preliminary analysis on a variety of technical tasks.Involved in assignments that continue to develop abilities in area of specialty.Makes independent decisions about assigned areas of responsibility.Key job duties (not exhaustive)Survey, design file, temp sheet, and temp sheet overall clean upPrepare basic calculationsSchedule project deliverablesCollect, organize, and evaluate dataOrganize and file project materials and referencesAnalyze systems utilizing computer modelingDevelop, evaluate, and design specifications and contract drawingVehicle tracking, Utility flowlines, and Pipe conflictsComplete public plans - plan and profiles - water, storm, HCFCD outfall wastewater, left turn lane, traffic control plan, detailsPavement design - understand geotechnical report, paving detailsSidewalk designPublic plan signatures: COH, AT&T, CPETxDOT driveway permitFEMA floodplain informationFIS profilesSheet design: SWPPP, SWQMP, TCP, Dimension Control, Utility Plan, Drainage Area Map, Drainage Spreadsheet, Details SheetsWorks closely with project and task team leadersMaintain regular and prompt attendance at WGA Houston officePerform other duties as assignedRequired skills and experienceActivities include research: preliminary design calculations and field work and observationTake personal responsibility for quality of tasks performed.Participate review of task level assignmentsDemonstrates willingness to accept new challenges and learn specialized fieldFamiliarize self with firm's methods, standards, and practicesDesired qualities and attributesGood oral and written communication skills, good sense of professional ruleContinues on-the-job training.Growing knowledge of profession as organizations, professional development programs or other training.Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workExcellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly and both orally and in writingEducational requirementsCivil Engineering degree (or closely related)EIT license required (or obtained within 6-months of employment)

Created: 2025-10-05