• Prepare various exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Coordination with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues
• Preparation of entitlement documents in support of Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, Entitlements, etc.
• Calculation of quantities using Microsoft Excel and justification letters using Microsoft Word
• Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D including grading plans; plan and profiles; construction details; storm drain, water and sewer facilities; signage and striping plans

• Communicating and collaborating with project managers, engineers, clients, and government agencies to conduct critical environmental issues analyses following industry and company standards. This may include:
• Field delineation of wetlands and other waters of the U.S.,
• Section 404 permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
• Conducting tree inventories and preparing tree preservation and mitigation plans,
• Preparing stormwater pollution prevention plans and conduct stormwater inspections,
• Conducting water and soil sampling,
• Conducting Threatened and Endangered species investigations,
• Conducting cultural resource inquiries,
• Conducting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments,
• Utilizing ArcGIS Pro to prepare GIS-based exhibits and data management,
• Utilizing GPS and GNSS units for field surveying and mapping,
• Function as support staff to existing business lines (land development and oil & gas).
• General project assistance for report preparation, peer-reviews, technical writing guidance, GIS support, and organizational assistance to meet strict deadlines.
• Supporting projects for different markets within Westwood – aviation, land development, renewables and public infrastructure.
• Ability to work in the office and out in the field during all times of the year.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Develop and coordinate service-specific education and staff development.
• Works with Division Leader, Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop and implement a strategic plan to advance service initiatives that supports the goals of the division. 
• Provide leadership, mentoring and empowerment to transportation service staff throughout California.
• Works with Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop short- and long-term growth plans for the transportation service.
• Ensure company culture, policies and procedures are consistently implemented within the service group.
• Stay current on service-specific trends, technology, software, hardware and equipment. Drive value based on innovation.
• Work with  Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop and implement standards for work products specific to the service such as design standards, reports, specifications, data files, etc.
• Responsible for service-based workload coordination across the region.
• Advise Regional Service Leader, and local leaders in hiring decisions and identify technical resource needs as it relates to the service group in the region.
• Support market-based and/or service-based business development in each office in the region by providing technical expertise and transportation revenue generation.
• Work with Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to:
  • Develop and implement a strategic plan to advance the service in California
  • Advance service initiatives within the California offices
  • Support the goals of the division
  • Provide advice in hiring decisions
  • Identify technical resource needs as it relates to the service groups
  • Develop short- and long-term growth plans for the service
  • Develop and implement standards for work products specific to the service such as design standards, reports, specifications, data files, etc.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and empowerment to the office service team
• Partner with local leaders on project proposal efforts, for service-specific components
• Stay current on service-specific trends and drive value through innovation
• Implement, monitor and maintain procedures and quality standards for the service team
• Support market-based and/or service-based business development by providing technical expertise and transportation revenue generation
• Manage the design and delivery of multi-disciplined projects in a profitable manner
• Supervise the work of project managers and engineers
• Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
• Review, interpret and act on business metrics including utilization, backlog, WIP and AR
• Prepare, maintain and coordinate project schedules
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
• Complete monthly project accounting and invoicing
• Represent Westwood and our clients in meetings with governmental agencies
• Write proposals, prepare qualification packages and lead project interviews
• Recruit, grow, mentor and train staff
• Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
• Lead transportation business development activities
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism.

• Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:
  • Development of
  • One-line diagrams
  • Three-line diagrams
  • Potential and current schematics
  • Control schematics
  • Alarm schematics
  • Communications schematics
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Protection and control specifications (Preferred)
  • I/O mapping (Preferred)
  • Points mapping (Preferred)
  • Relay settings (Preferred)
  • Documentation for Design Calculations
  • Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)
  • Technical Support
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Active Coordination
  • Ability to work seamlessly with a P&C Designer to develop the above listed schematics as well as the associated wiring diagrams.
  • Ability to coordinate efforts with other various external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, telecom engineers, etc.
  • Other Expectations
    • Keenly focused on production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts.
    • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.
    • Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.

• Work under the lead of a Senior Engineer with a team of other Engineers to complete projects for multiple clients across the U.S. ranging from Simple Service designs to Multi-Year Rebuilds/Tie Line Programs.
• Willingness to travel to project sites, as necessary, to gather data and interface with clients.
• Perform all aspects of designing OH/UG power line projects. (line routing, finite element analysis, hardware/conductor selection, technical support during construction, One-Calls, DOT and municipality permitting, right-of-way requests, electrical one-line diagrams)
• Develop an understanding of each deliverable necessary for the project at hand. Including, but not limited to, construction plan drawings, work location notes, bill of materials and permitting/ROW documentation.
• Coordinate internal/external reviews of designs completed prior to final submission.

• Create project reports, maintain CRM/ERP/customer database, client reporting systems, etc.
• Develop work plans and project schedules within Project or P6
• Assist Project Managers with project integration, communications, and team coordination
• Coordinate meetings, documentation, and resources
• Perform budget/billing/reporting maintenance and tasks
• Maintain files, records, and correspondence

• Create project reports, maintain CRM/ERP/customer database, client reporting systems, etc.
• Develop work plans and project schedules within Project or P6
• Assist Project Managers with project integration, communications, and team coordination
• Coordinate meetings, documentation, and resources
• Perform budget/billing/reporting maintenance and tasks
• Maintain files, records, and correspondence

• Create project reports, maintain CRM/ERP/customer database, client reporting systems, etc.
• Develop work plans and project schedules within Project or P6
• Assist Project Managers with project integration, communications, and team coordination
• Coordinate meetings, documentation, and resources
• Perform budget/billing/reporting maintenance and tasks
• Maintain files, records, and correspondence

• Prepare various exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Coordination with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues
• Preparation of entitlement documents in support of Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, Entitlements, etc.
• Calculation of quantities using Microsoft Excel and justification letters using Microsoft Word
• Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D including grading plans; plan and profiles; construction details; storm drain, water and sewer facilities; signage and striping plan

You can expect to assist in the design and planning of buildings and spaces within residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

Your tasks may include:

• Helping with site analysis
• Creating architectural drawings and models
• Assisting with conceptual designs
• Drafting floor plans, elevations, and other technical documents
• Collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure designs are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and compliant with zoning laws and regulations

The internship will offer experience in both the creative and technical aspects of architecture within land development projects.