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McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is a regional, multidisciplined engineering consulting firm with more than 160 employees throughout four offices in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Rogers. We are focused on providing exceptional customer service by committing our time, energy and professionalism to complete projects that enhance the quality of life, improve infrastructure and offer positive economic impacts to improve the communities where we serve, live and work. Responsibilities Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, tests, aerial photographs, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographic and geologic data to plan and design projects Calculates cost, determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data, and prepares detailed cost estimates Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to create design documents Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project Meets periodically to coordinate changes, inform of additional requirements, receive input, answer questions, and resolve issues Coordinates project activity with supervisor and support staff Researches regulations, products, and design techniques to provide answers Preparing illustrative hand and/or computer presentation renderings Preparing material and imagery boards, planting plans Performs other duties as assigned QualificationsEnrolled in a Bachelor's degree (BS) program from an accredited Engineering or Landscape Architecture school. Detail oriented Planning, organizing, and coordinating Leadership Excellent communications skills - listening, understanding, and responding Teamwork and Cooperation Professionalism Analytical Creativity Flexibility Innovative thinking Auto Cad and/or Civil 3D Adobe Suites Hand drawing, rendering and/or Illustrator skills 3D experience a plus: Sketchup, Rhino Working knowledge of native plants Travel Most travel is limited to short or day trips to visit jobsites, meet clients, etc. Overnight trips are not generally required.