Civil Engineer
Company: TESSERE, INC
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
The Civil Engineer is responsible for site analysis and
planning, site layouts, erosion control, grading, storm water
management, and utilities for commercial, institutional, and retail
clients. Requires frequent interaction with professional staff,
clients, contractors, local government officials, from conceptual
and design phases, through the regulatory review process,
permitting, and construction. This position will interact with
staff and projects in all offices and on projects in locations
throughout the country. The right candidate may live and work in
the Kansas City Area or near Wichita, Kansas. Responsibilities
Engage with internal and external clients regarding project
requirements, concept and design development, and design
presentations. Conduct research and investigation on site
requirements with local jurisdiction Participate in site visits and
conduct field measurements to validate existing site and as-built
conditions. Meet w/municipal officials, regulatory agencies, and
other authorities, in person, by phone, or through conferencing
media, as needed on project requirements. Coordinate with other
project staff and associated disciplines and/or sub-consultants on
drainage, traffic, water/wastewater, utilities, and survey and
other land use and development concerns. Prepare detailed design
calculations as appropriate. Assign tasks to and/or coordinates
with technicians or administrative staff. Prepare drawings in a
manner consistent with company standards and client requirements
for format, standard, quality and timeliness. Produce final hard
and soft copy documents suitable for submission to clients
consistent with contract requirements. Meet w/contractors, as
needed, for construction administration and design clarifications.
Review civil drawings submitted by outside C.E.s for compliance
with program and land use needs as well as coordination, clarity
and accuracy. Support project management activities such as, but
not limited to, contracting actions, scheduling, and communication
with consultants. Support and Construction Administration (CA)
activities on behalf of clients. May conduct field inspections.
Reviewing contractor schedule and progress for compliance. Examples
of job responsibilities are not intended to be all inclusive. GLMV
reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of municipal, state, and
federal regulations impacting site development. Knowledge of the
site permitting process, how to navigate it and how to evaluate the
anticipated impact on project scheduling and necessary lead time.
Ability to locate and interpret relevant code information and write
or converse with code officials regarding interpretation and
compliance alternatives. Proficiency with AutoDesk products such as
Auto CAD; Civil 3D; and standard office software such as Microsoft
Office suite of tools. Effective interpersonal skills to be welcome
and effective with internal and external clients. Strong sense of
urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines Organization
skills and ability to organize and track the work and progress of
multiple projects. Ability to work independently and as part of a
team. Ability to travel to sites and move about potentially uneven
and undeveloped terrain to inspect aspects relevant to developing
the project. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both
orally and in writing, using the English language. Ability to
traverse uneven terrain, climb steps or ladder, and tolerate
airborne environmental nuisances associated with building
construction sites. Ability to visually survey, measure and assess
project site, site elements, and project while under construction.
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety
of other individuals in the workplace.
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Keywords: TESSERE, INC, Independence , Civil Engineer, Engineering , Kansas City, Missouri
