Civil Technician

About the role

SEH is currently seeking a Civil Technician to join our talented Civil team in Omaha, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with planning and design tasks, as well as field-based project oversight.
• Calculate dimensions and prepare detailed dimensional design layouts for projects.
• Interpret engineering designs and draft project information using software programs.
• Prepare drawings, schematics, and exhibits for project reports and plans.
• Calculate quantities and cost estimates for construction projects.
• Monitor construction activities on transportation, civil, and municipal infrastructure projects to support compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Document daily field and inspection activities, including material sampling, testing, and quantity measurements.
• Absorb and communicate information from pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and project updates.
• Maintain accurate, timely project documentation and reporting.

Requirements

• Two-year/Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with project teams, clients, and contractors.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to document field activity clearly and accurately.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and navigate rough terrain associated with construction sites.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness to travel for project meetings, client consultations, and on-site observations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous civil design, construction inspection, or construction field experience.
• Experience supporting land development, municipal, civil infrastructure, transportation, or public works projects.
• Familiarity with construction documentation, quantity tracking, project reporting, and field observation practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with AutoCAD.