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Garver is seeking a Municipal Project Engineer to complement our reputable staff and join our growing Transportation Team in our Ridgeland, MS office to continue the tradition of providing quality service to our clients.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position will be to assist in the design and creation of construction documents on a wide variety of projects including:
- Leading and assisting in the design and creation of construction documents on municipal transportation and drainage projects such as major thoroughfares, collectors, residential streets, and trails.
- Roadway design components including typical sections, geometric layouts, drainage and hydraulic analysis, erosion control plans, pedestrian mobility and safety features, maintenance of traffic plans, and storm water quality plans.
- Assignments will also involve tasks associated with leading or producing a set of construction documents including design, drafting, quantity computations, specifications, cost estimates, client coordination and meetings, and coordination with subconsultants.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
* Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
* 4-10 years of related experience
* Strong communication skills
* Have design software training
PREFERRED SKILLS
* Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Mississippi.
* Experience in municipal design, specifically horizontal and vertical geometrics. Roadway drainage design and storm sewer design experience is a plus.
* Experience with Municipal or DOT roadway designs including the development of new transportation elements, ADA/Pedestrian elements, proposed roadway profiles, and cross sections
* Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, MicroStation or Open Roads Designer.
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Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Garver is seeking a Municipal Project Engineer to complement our reputable staff and join our growing Transportation Team in our Ridgeland, MS office to continue the tradition of providing quality service to our clients.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position will be to assist in the design and creation of construction documents on a wide variety of projects including:
- Leading and assisting in the design and creation of construction documents on municipal transportation and drainage projects such as major thoroughfares, collectors, residential streets, and trails.
- Roadway design components including typical sections, geometric layouts, drainage and hydraulic analysis, erosion control plans, pedestrian mobility and safety features, maintenance of traffic plans, and storm water quality plans.
- Assignments will also involve tasks associated with leading or producing a set of construction documents including design, drafting, quantity computations, specifications, cost estimates, client coordination and meetings, and coordination with subconsultants.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
* Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
* 4-10 years of related experience
* Strong communication skills
* Have design software training
PREFERRED SKILLS
* Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Mississippi.
* Experience in municipal design, specifically horizontal and vertical geometrics. Roadway drainage design and storm sewer design experience is a plus.
* Experience with Municipal or DOT roadway designs including the development of new transportation elements, ADA/Pedestrian elements, proposed roadway profiles, and cross sections
* Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, MicroStation or Open Roads Designer.
GROW WITH US
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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Align your credentials to PE licensure expectations
Garver's consulting work often requires or fast-tracks Professional Engineer licensure. Before applying, confirm your degree is ABET-accredited or prepare an equivalency evaluation, since consulting firms use licensure status to gauge how quickly you can lead sealed work.
Target Garver's infrastructure service lines directly
Garver organizes hiring around transportation, water, aviation, and structural disciplines. Applying to a specific service line, rather than a generic engineering pool, signals fit and gets your application in front of the team most likely to initiate sponsorship paperwork.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Garver's open roles by visa type
Garver posts Construction Engineer openings across multiple offices and disciplines. Use Migrate Mate to surface only the roles where sponsorship is confirmed, so you're not spending time on positions that won't support your authorization pathway.
Start OPT paperwork before your program end date
If you're on F-1 status, your DSO needs lead time to issue the OPT recommendation. USCIS recommends filing at least 90 days before your employment start date, and consulting firms like Garver often have onboarding timelines that leave little buffer.
Clarify H-1B cap timing with the recruiter early
H-1B registrations open in March for an October 1 start. If you're interviewing in summer or fall, confirm whether Garver will hold the offer for the next cap cycle or has a cap-exempt affiliation that changes the timeline.
Prepare a PERM-ready employment history before your offer stage
For EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship, DOL requires a detailed work history with exact dates, job duties, and employer addresses. Having this documentation organized before negotiations saves weeks when Garver's immigration counsel initiates the PERM labor certification process.
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Does Garver sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Engineers?
Yes, Garver sponsors H-1B visas for Construction Engineer roles. As a consulting and professional services firm, Garver regularly works with immigration counsel to file H-1B petitions for qualifying engineering positions. H-1B sponsorship is subject to the annual cap and lottery, so timing your offer around the March registration window is critical if you're not already on an active H-1B.
Which visa types does Garver commonly use for Construction Engineer roles?
Garver sponsors across several visa categories for Construction Engineers, including H-1B, TN (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates, J-1 for exchange visitors, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, education level, and where you are in your career. TN is often the fastest route for eligible candidates already in the U.S.
How do I apply for Construction Engineer jobs at Garver?
You can browse and apply for Construction Engineer positions at Garver through Migrate Mate, which filters open roles by visa sponsorship eligibility so you can confirm sponsorship is available before applying. Garver organizes its engineering hires by service line, including transportation, water, and aviation, so applying to a specific discipline rather than a general engineering posting increases your chances of a relevant review.
What qualifications does Garver expect for Construction Engineer candidates?
Garver typically looks for a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field, which also satisfies the H-1B specialty occupation requirement. Relevant project experience in construction management, site supervision, or infrastructure delivery is valued. Progress toward Professional Engineer licensure is a strong differentiator, particularly for mid-level roles where sealed drawings or client-facing responsibilities are involved.
How do I plan my timeline if Garver is sponsoring my H-1B?
H-1B employment at a cap-subject employer like Garver can start no earlier than October 1 of the fiscal year you're selected in. USCIS opens registration in March, with selection results typically available by late March or April. If you're on OPT when you receive an offer, confirm whether your OPT expiration date requires a cap-gap extension to bridge the gap to your October 1 start date.
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