The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience working in transportation planning and/or environmental science, specifically in NEPA documentation. Ideally, this position will be located out of our St. Paul, Minnesota office. Remote work is a possibility for this position, depending upon the candidate’s ability to travel between project locations as needed.

Responsibilities May Include

This position will work closely with the Environmental and Transportation Team Leaders and Senior Environmental Science staff to lead and/or assist with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Coordinate/perform development of environmental documents (Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, or Environmental Assessment Worksheets), technical memorandums, transportation planning and corridor studies/reports, public engagement materials, and related documents. Work in a collaborative environment within a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and biologists to evaluate potential community and natural resource impacts resulting from transportation development projects.
• Conducting environmental field investigations and the subsequent analyses and associated technical documents, including but not limited to wetland and stream surveys, wetland delineations, tree surveys, threatened & endangered species habitat identification, stream and water quality investigations, ambient noise measurements, preliminary special waste and hazardous materials data collection, historic property photo logs, and other investigations, as necessary.
• Provide technical planning expertise to a wide variety of clients which include the DOT, counties, municipalities, and metropolitan planning organizations.
• Interact with clients on behalf of the company on projects including project meetings, public meetings, and workshops.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree required, preferably in Environmental Science, Planning, Botany/Plant Ecology, Biology, or other allied natural/physical environmental resources disciplines. An advanced degree (Master of Science) in one of these areas is desirable, but not required.
• 2-5+ years of experience in:
  • Supporting preparation or review of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)/Minnesota EPA (MEPA) documents and the ability to translate those skills to prepare state-level environmental compliance documents primarily for transportation sector projects is required.
  • Working on projects with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, municipalities, and counties is desirable.
  • Wetlands delineation and waterway permitting is a plus.
  • Public engagement experience with transportation projects is a plus, but not required.
  • Working on a team to meet multiple deadlines.
  • Proficiently working with GIS software, such as ESRI ArcGIS.
• An ability to:
  • Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and documentation, participating in project team meetings, and interacting with community members and clients.
  • Handle multiple assignments and adapt to changing deadlines.
  • Work in and around a variety of landscapes, including ditches, bridge embankments, roadway slopes, and other obstacles.
• Some travel is required. Candidates should be able to regularly travel (day and overnight trips) to complete field investigations. Travel amounts will vary depending on workload but will mostly occur during the growing season (May-September).

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience working in land surveying and possess their Professional Land Surveyor License. This position will be located out of our St. Paul, Minnesota office, with remote work and travel to and from project sites as needed.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensed in Minnesota (or ability to obtain within 1 month of employment)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional land surveying experience
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment, as well as associated technology
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel between project sites as needed, with work from home and flexibility outside of project work

Responsibilities

• Assist Survey Manager with project assignments, tasks, and reporting
• Take a lead role on day-to-day projects as needed
• Provide excellent client service
• Perform public record searches, land title review, signing and sealing surveys, and preparation of legal descriptions for a wide range of projects
• Stake transportation and development construction projects and identify right of way, including interpreting construction plans and entering the design elements into field survey controller software
• Perform topographic surveys
• Develop scope and fees for client proposals
• Day and overnight travel to and from job sites, as needed

This position would be ideal for a Project Engineer looking to grow their skillset to become a Project Manager. Qualified candidates should be a Professional Engineer with approximately 5-10 years of highway and roadway design experience. Applicants should have a thorough understanding of Department of Transportation design policies and local municipality code requirements; effective management skills for which to plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of projects; and the ability to coordinate with other internal and/or external team members.

The successful candidate will plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate technical work on portions of major projects or in a total project of moderate scope. S/He will provide assistance to Team Leads in preparing current status information for internal reporting and for keeping clients informed on progress. The candidate should have a BS in Civil Engineering, PE license, the ability to secure PE licensure in other states, and 5+ years of progressively challenging design experience.

Responsibilities May Include

• Prepare project scope, schedule, and fee for review by Team Lead.

• Prepare design plans for projects s/he leads and/or the tasks assigned to him/her.

• Prepare and process construction plans for approval.

• Prepare supporting calculations, construction specifications, and permitting for residential and commercial projects in various jurisdictions.

• Complete design calculations.

• Research code requirements and design procedures manuals.

• Verify design computations and plan detailing for conformance with codes, manuals, and design considerations.

• Operate Microstation V8i, GeoPak, and various other software applications.

• Visit project sites to review conditions as appropriate.

• Coordinate with other engineers, technicians, and administrative assistants during preliminary and final plan preparation for conformance to standards and code requirements.

• Prepare draft correspondence, technical specifications, and reports.

• Attend and participate in various client meetings with various local, transportation, and regulatory agencies, as appropriate.

• Have good oral and written communication skills in order to lead and/or moderate meetings with interested parties and stakeholders.

• Communicate with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate to project.

• Coordinate final design computations with review agencies.

• Coordinate utility disposition on projects with involved public and private utility companies.

• Prepare draft cost estimates, periodic reports covering construction activities, pay estimates, and data necessary to document acceptability of materials and quantities for final payment.

• Assist business development and operations team with proposals and client development.

• Perform all work in a safe manner and with equitable treatment towards all.

Civil Engineer I or Engineering Technician will join our Transportation Team and report directly to the Vice President of Transportation. Qualified candidates will have a solid technical background, a strong sense of project ownership/responsibility, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.

This position may include performing and/or leading field investigations; engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations; design and development of plans and specifications; report writing; researching and resolving design and construction problems; and assigning, reviewing, and evaluating laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports.

We currently have opportunities in all KEG offices for Staff Civil Engineers (Civil Engineer I positions). Qualified candidates will be majoring in Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management with emphasis on Transportation, Water Resources/Hydraulics, Land Surveying, or Site Development.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate or future graduate of an ABET Accredited Civil Engineering (or Engineering with Civil Emphasis) program

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Previous office experience or field application of engineering concepts (farming, excavation, construction, etc.) preferred

• Experience using Microstation or AutoCAD Civil 3D

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our culture is a must (be a nice person)

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities May Include

• Work in collaboration with KEG Project Managers, senior-level team members, and engineering interns

• Assist in the preparation of designs, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various projects

• Assist with cost estimating and performing quantity take offs

• Draft technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables

• Assist with studies and alternative analysis

• Perform CAD and Civil3D drafting

• Assessing and implementing regulatory and permitting requirements for a variety of jurisdictions

• Perform field activities, including site investigations and land surveying, data collection, analysis, and documentation

• Participate in client meetings, proposal research, and writing assignments

This position will provide oversight and technical expertise to KEG’s active projects. KEG’s Construction Technicians work on a diverse range of high-profile transportation projects throughout the Midwest. Qualified candidates will have some experience documenting and managing a variety of quality control inspection activities designed to ensure highways, bridges, and transportation projects conform to specific plans and specifications. Experience with DOTs and state and federal agencies is preferred. Some travel may be necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred

• 2+ years of experience providing construction inspection and documentation

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

• Perform all work in a safe manner and with equitable treatment towards all

• Ability to carry up to 25 pounds and climb ladders

• IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification

• A combination of the following certifications: Aggregate Level 1 and 2; PCC Level 1 and 2; HMA Level 1; Nuclear Gauge; Erosion and Sediment Control Basics; STTP-S33 Soils Field Testing and Inspection; IDOT CMMS Training

Responsibilities May Include

• Analyze or resolve operational problems

• Assign or prepare work schedules, duties, tasks, or responsibilities

• Assist workers engaged in construction projects

• Confer with personnel to resolve problems

• Direct construction projects

• Follow, interpret, or read blueprints or schematics

• Inspect construction site

• Interpret detailed CAD drawings

• Prepare progress reports

• Recommend and enforce safety regulations or procedures

• Record Data