Job Title: Civil Engineering Technician
Location: Columbus, Ohio (Open to Entry-Level and Experienced Candidates)
Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000 (commensurate with experience)
About the Role:
Our client, a respected design-build contractor headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to support preconstruction and project execution efforts for large-scale industrial and commercial developments. This role plays a critical part in surveying land, analyzing site conditions, performing cut-and-fill balancing, and contributing to early-stage site logistics and planning.
The ideal candidate will have experience in earthwork, surveying, and site evaluation-especially those with a background in heavy civil or grading-focused projects. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a collaborative and growing team that values technical expertise and career development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial site analysis and field surveying, including drone flights to capture topographic and site condition data
- Use AGTEK software to perform detailed cut-and-fill analysis, support balancing efforts, and estimate earthwork quantities
- Collaborate with the estimating and preconstruction teams to provide insights for conceptual site planning and logistics
- Occasionally develop conceptual AutoCAD drawings (precision not critical) for early design and layout purposes
- Support permitting coordination, geotechnical investigation planning, utility locates, and coordination of third-party consultants
- Assist with subcontractor scopes, logistics plans, and quality assurance checks throughout the construction lifecycle
- Participate in change order tracking, schedule updates, and project closeout processes
What We're Looking For:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field - or equivalent field experience
- Prior experience in earthwork, grading, or heavy civil construction is a strong plus
- Proficiency in AGTEK software for modeling and analysis is required
- Experience flying drones (or willingness to be trained) for site data collection
- Familiarity with AutoCAD for basic conceptual drawings
- Ability to interpret civil drawings, perform technical analysis, and communicate findings to both field and office teams
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative mindset
- OSHA 30, drone certification, or surveying certifications are a plus
Why You Should Apply:
- Be part of a highly regarded and forward-thinking construction firm
- Work on complex and meaningful industrial and commercial projects
- Gain exposure across engineering, estimating, surveying, and construction
- Clear opportunity for career growth with mentorship and cross-training
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates