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BG Consultants, Inc., is continually seeking professionals and technical staff interested in career opportunities with us in our Manhattan, Lawrence, Emporia and Smithville offices. Our company culture has a strong basis in caring that starts with our employees, carries over to our community and clients, and results in a career where you can prosper. With BG, you will be welcomed into a group of professionals who share a common purpose of career growth, success in business, and making a difference that matters.

The success of our firm is rooted in our employees. At BG, you are part of an Architecture and Engineering team that is exposed to a multitude of project types, disciplines, and in-house specialists. Our positive work environment, which is oriented towards professional and personal development, has resulted in a strong employee retention rate. Our staff will serve as mentors and guide as you work to reach your potential. We have what you should expect from a regional design firm.

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Our Culture

We have a strong basis in caring that starts with our employees, carries over to our community and clients and results in a career where you can prosper. 

With BG, you will be welcomed into a group of professionals who share a common purpose of career growth, success in business and making a difference that matters.

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Benefits

BG Consultants, Inc., offers a competitive benefits package including paid personal leave, 401(K), health, dental, life and vision insurance, professional development opportunities, and much more.

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Open Positions

BG Consultants, Inc. is searching for a civil design engineer to join our growing team. This is an entry level position for designing general civil engineering projects in the areas of water/wastewater/stormwater, transportation, and site development.  Qualified individuals should be extremely dependable, responsible, and flexible with a desire to learn. He or she must have a strong work ethic and commitment to deadlines.

Available Office Locations:
Manhattan, KS | Lawrence, KS | Emporia, KS | Smithville, MO 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Experience: 0-4 years
  • Licensure: EIT certification preferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD required
  • Experience with ArcView/GIS a plus
  • Knowledge of other civil engineering design and analysis software such as WaterCAD, SewerCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and HCS a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
  • Must be resourceful and communicate with a high level of professionalism with office staff

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BG Consultants, Inc. is seeking a full-time or part-time Construction Observer to join our team for projects throughout the state of Kansas. Personnel with current KDOT certifications and/or related construction experience a plus. Responsibilities include field observation and documentation of construction contractors' activities for conformance with contract requirements.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma with previous construction related experience a plus;
  • Must have a valid driver's license;
  • Current KDOT inspection certifications not required but preferred;
  • Have knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in construction;
  • Basic computer skills primarily Word and Excel;
  • Must be willing to travel and work in an outdoor environment;
  • Must be extremely dependable, responsible, and flexible;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, follow direction and work independently.

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BG Consultants, Inc. is a mid-sized, regional consulting firm that provides infrastructure solutions to local communities. The driving force behind our commitment to our community and those we serve is our employees working on their projects from start to finish. We are currently recruiting an experienced water resources project manager to join our team. This position is responsible for managing the design of civil engineering projects in areas including water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, and wastewater collection systems. Qualified candidates should be dependable, accountable, and flexible with a strong desire to lead and learn. He/she must have a solid work ethic and commitment to deadlines.

Available Office Locations:
Manhattan, KS | Lawrence, KS | Smithville, MO 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project management
  • Staff management
  • Client contact
  • Construction Administration
  • Plans and specifications preparation
  • Permit preparation

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years PE Licensed experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Resourcefulness
  • Communication with a high level of professionalism
  • Team player
  • Knowledge of other civil engineering design and analysis software, such as WaterCAD or SewerCAD

BG Consultants, Inc., offers a competitive benefits package including paid personal leave, 401(K), health, dental, life, and vision insurance, professional development opportunities, the potential for future company ownership, and much more.  Confidentiality will be maintained with all inquiries of interest.

BG Consultants, Inc. is an EEO employer.

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BG Consultants, Inc. is a mid-sized, regional consulting firm that provides infrastructure solutions to local communities. The driving force behind our commitment to our community and those we serve are our employees working on their projects from start to finish. We are currently recruiting for an experienced civil design project manager to join our growing team. This position is responsible for managing the design of civil engineering projects in the areas of transportation, and site development. Qualified candidates should be dependable, accountable, and flexible with a strong desire to learn. He/she must have a solid work ethic and commitment to deadlines.

Available Office Locations:
Lawrence, KS

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project management
  • Staff management
  • Client contact
  • Construction Administration
  • Plans and specifications preparation
  • Permit preparation

Required Qualifications:

  • 4+ years experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Resourcefulness
  • Communication with a high level of professionalism
  • Team player

Preferred Qualifications:​

  • PE license
  • Previous KDOT project design
  • Knowledge of other civil engineering design and analysis software, such as Microstation

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BG Consultants, Inc. is a mid-sized, regional consulting firm that provides engineering, architectural and surveying solutions. Our employees are the driving force behind our commitment to our community and those we serve. We are currently recruiting a field surveyor to join our growing team. This entry-level position will be involved in a wide variety of professional disciplinary projects. Qualified candidates should be consistent, dependable, responsible, flexible, self-motivated with a desire to learn, possess attention to detail, proficient in communication, and possess time management skills.

Available Office Locations:
Manhattan, KS | Lawrence, KS | Emporia, KS 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Topographic mapping
  • Boundary surveying
  • Construction layout/staking
  • Prepare/log notes and sketches
  • Standing and walking long distances
  • Lifting equipment or monuments up to 50 pounds

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • Drivers License
  • Willingness to work outdoors for extended periods of time
  • Willingness to work overtime (up to 60 hours/week)
  • Willingness to drive several hours a day
  • Willingness to travel, with occasional overnights (up to 100% expense paid)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Land Surveying, or similar field

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BG Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to assist in leading and growing the surveying department within our firm. The successful individual will oversee the planning, scheduling, and coordinating of surveying operations, assist in training and recruitment of staff, and maintain positive client relationships. This is an opportunity to play a key role within the firm and develop a long-term career investment, including the potential to advance to a shareholder position.

Available Office Locations:
Manhattan, KS | Lawrence, KS | Smithville, MO 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of legal descriptions, easement descriptions, and estimates of survey needs
  • Conduct boundary, ALTA, and topographic surveys, primarily as support for engineering and architecture projects
  • Plan preparation and construction layout
  • Schedule field crews and ensure project deadlines are met
  • Establish strategies to expand the department within the market area
  • Develop and maintain public & client relationships

Requirements:

  • Registered Professional Surveyor in Kansas with 2-10 years of experience preferred
  • Knowledge of modern survey methods and surveying devices, including total station and GPS
  • Proficient in  AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently

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We are currently recruiting for a civil intern engineer to join our growing team for summer interns. This entry-level position will be involved in a broad range of civil engineering projects, such as water/wastewater/stormwater, transportation, and site development. Qualified candidates should be dependable, accountable, flexible with a strong desire to learn, and must have a solid work ethic and commitment to deadlines.

Available Office Locations:
Manhattan, KS | Lawrence, KS | Smithville, MO 

Key Responsibilities:

  • CAD software design

Required Qualifications:

  • 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Resourcefulness
  • Communication with a high level of professionalism
  • Team Player

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with ArcView/GIS

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BG Consultants, Inc. is searching for an experienced project engineer / manager to join our growing team. This is a mid-upper level position for designing general civil engineering projects in the areas of water/wastewater/stormwater, transportation and site development. Candidate must be able to prepare, monitor and review: engineer’s opinion of probable cost, design calculations, project specifications and budgets, permit applications for applicable agencies, client billing and A/R tasks. As a Project Manager they will be responsible for project schedules and timely completion of projects, assist in production of final construction drawings and mentor and assist with training Intern and Design Engineers. He or she will work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects. The candidate will be expected to maintain a good relationship with clients throughout project activities.

Qualified individuals should be extremely dependable, responsible, and flexible with a desire to learn. He or she must have a strong work ethic and commitment to deadlines. This is an extraordinary opportunity for the right candidate, with a strong desire to learn and grow within a premier firm located in the beautiful Flint Hills.

Available Office Locations:
Emporia, KS 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Experience: minimum 5-15+ years
  • Licensure: PE required
  • Experience with Autocad
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Arcview/GIS a plus
  • Knowledge of other civil engineering design and analysis software such as WaterCAD, SewerCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and HCS a plus
  • Must be resourceful and communicate with a high level of professionalism with office staff

 

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BG Consultants, Inc. is searching for an experienced project engineer / production manager to join our growing team. This is a mid- to upper-level position, equivalent in rank to project manager, with responsibility for leading design of general civil engineering projects in the areas of water/wastewater/stormwater, transportation, and site development.  The ideal candidate has a desire to lead office staff in plan production activities by performing engineering design, collaborating with multi-disciplinary team members, providing training and mentoring to less experienced engineers, keeping client managers informed of project status, and assisting in the development of design tools, standards, and processes.

Available Office Locations:
Smithville, MO

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer
  • Experience: 5+ years
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or OpenRoads
  • Familiarity with ArcView/GIS
  • Knowledge of transportation, hydrology, and hydraulics software packages
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to perform complex engineering tasks independently
  • Resourcefulness and ability to communicate with a high level of professionalism

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