Civil Engineer

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

This position supports Facilities Planning by performing activities necessary to define and document requirements for capital improvements across all land managed by Florida International University (FIU). Responsibilities include participation in campus master planning, capital improvement planning, preparation of building programs, and analysis of existing campus and building sites to support long-term campus development goals. Additional duties include mapping and recording site information, as well as documenting and maintaining accurate records of underground utilities and other infrastructure assets.

• Plans and reviews designs of civil engineering projects related to campus buildings, roadways, drainage systems, utilities, and site development. Exercises considerable independent judgment in applying principles and practices of planning, design, and construction, as well as related engineering knowledge, to ensure effective project execution.
• Provides in-house technical expertise by assisting peers and University departments in evaluating alternative design and construction solutions, and by reviewing plans and specifications prepared by external consultants. Manages and maintains maps, diagrams, and spatial data related to university master planning initiatives. Responsibilities include updating and maintaining campus maps and records for all land managed by Florida International University (FIU).
• Reviews design documents, construction drawings, and specifications to ensure feasibility and compliance with applicable standards and codes. Prepares and/or reviews cost estimates, engineering calculations, and project schedules to support sound decision-making during project development. Maintains extensive internal and external communication with university departments, architects, engineers, public officials, and regulatory agencies involved in the planning and development of University facilities.
• Conducts site inspections and reviews construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and safety standards. Evaluates existing infrastructure conditions and provides recommendations for maintenance, rehabilitation, or improvement strategies. Assists consultants and University officials in the planning and development of complex construction projects. Collaborates with engineering consultants, surveyors, and testing laboratories to support project delivery. Schedules, attends, and prepares reports for meetings involving consultants, contractors, and University representatives, ensuring clear documentation and follow-up on project actions.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings with consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors. Facilitates communication and coordination among internal departments, architects, consultants, and external agencies to ensure project alignment and efficiency. Reviews projects for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, safety, and accessibility requirements. Participates in campus master planning initiatives and supports sustainability projects across University facilities.
• Initiates approvals with the appropriate University organizations for work orders to consultants and testing laboratories. Reviews and provides recommendations for approval of periodic requisitions, invoices, and supporting documentation submitted by contractors, consultants, and testing laboratories. Reviews and evaluates field inspection reports to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and University requirements.
• Prepares and maintains documentation and mapping of existing campus facilities using media appropriate to the project, including computer-aided design (CAD) software. Coordinates aerial photography with consultants as needed to support project planning and campus mapping initiatives.
• Reports to the Director of Planning, Facilities Management, who provides broad supervision, budget oversight, and guidance on project priorities and sensitive initiatives. The Director also serves as the professional and administrative supervisor, reviewing work through personal conferences and reports to ensure satisfactory achievement of goals and objectives throughout the planning and construction process.
• Provides planning and conceptual design documents by the media appropriate to the project including computer aided design (CAD).
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms, and/or any other University emergency closing. Is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closings with appropriate notification by the department administrator.

Bachelor's degree in engineering and six (6) years of relevant experience or Master's degree in engineering and four (4) years of relevant experience.

Registered Professional Engineer.

Current Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• Experience in higher education or public sector project planning.
• Strong understanding of site planning, including stormwater management, grading, and utilities design.
• Experience with documenting existing conditions, including underground utilities, surveys and mapping.
• Drone Mapping computer applications experience.

Administrative

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer
• Engineering Controls

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

• Access to University Rooms
• May be required to travel to FIU Campuses.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.