Garver's Transportation Design Center, an integrated team with proficiency and focus in delivering bridge projects, inspections, and load ratings, is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader for our Houston, TX office. A remote or hybrid remote work arrangement is negotiable. This position will work with our in-house engineers, designers, and technicians to provide technical expertise in all areas required to successfully deliver sound inspections and reports. This Bridge Inspection Team Leader will primarily perform SNBI bridge inspection tasks, including field inspection and associated office work. This will include travel to locations across the state of Texas, with occasional travel and work in other states. This position will have the opportunity to collaborate on other tasks, if desired, including load rating and bridge rehabilitation. Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
Performing routine inspection of bridges and culverts to SNBI and state specific standards as Inspection Team Leader
Coordination of site visits for inspection
Assist with underwater inspections
Following company's standard procedures for documenting inspections
Daily inspection file uploads to specialized interface
Bridge Inspection Data Entry
Field work, which can include carrying ladders and gear, working at heights, working in hot or cold weather, etc.
Perform NSTM Inspections
As additional experience and familiarity with Garver's inspection practice is acquired, responsibilities could lead into increased project and staff management opportunities. Experience Requirements
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130055 (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges)
Minimum 5-10 years of related experience
Strong communication skills
Strong working knowledge of MS Office
Preferred Skills and Experience
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130078 (Fracture Critical Techniques for Steel Bridges)
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130091 (Underwater Bridge Inspection)
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET program
Experience with InspectX and/or other related Asset Management software
Experience with MicroStation
Experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software
Current TxDOT Precertification in appropriate category or the ability to quickly obtain precertification
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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$72k-105k yearly est. 60d+ ago
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Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer
Freese and Nichols 4.5
San Antonio, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer to serve as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager in our San Antonio, Corpus Christi, or Harlingen, TX offices. As a project manager, you'll guide multidisciplinary teams through the planning and delivery of large, complex, and essential systems.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for various water treatment, wastewater treatment, reuse, and resource recovery facility projects.
Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers across multiple offices and disciplines
Coordinate scope, schedule, and budget to ensure high-quality, on-time project delivery
Serve as primary client contact, maintaining communication, trust, and long-term relationships
Collaborate with subject matter experts on advanced technologies such as MBR, EBPR, RO, and desalination
Support proposal development and participate in business development with existing and prospective clients
Must have a proven ability to build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with clients, both internal and external, as well as representatives of local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
The individual must have proven skills in managing complex projects, multi-discipline treatment plant projects and teams. Experience with projects in the $1M+ fee range is a plus.
Must have a mix of technical experience including but not limited to water and wastewater process design, an understanding of treatment plant civil/structural/mechanical/electrical design, treatment process studies, and construction contract administration and management.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering or related field
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license (or the ability to become licensed in Texas within 6 months.)
8+ years of related water and wastewater treatment experience with emphasis on plant process evaluation, design, and construction of municipal water or wastewater treatment plants.
Strong communication skills, written and verbal, and strong presentation and sales skills needed.
Preferred:
Master's degree in Environmental Engineering
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$74k-104k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Urban Designer/Campus Planner
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Austin, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols, Inc. (FNI) is currently searching for a highly-motivated, passionate and energetic Urban Designer/Campus Planner, potentially with a landscape architect background, to grow the Urban Planning and Design Group in one of the following offices:
Austin, TX
San Marcos, TX
Houston, TX
Raleigh, NC
Charlotte, NC
If you're seeking an exciting opportunity to advance urban design by delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for communities and institutions-from higher education campus plans and public spaces to downtown placemaking for revitalization-while collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry and contributing to a team committed to making the world a better place, Freese and Nichols is the place for you. Our multidisciplinary group includes some of the most creative urban planners, urban designers, landscape architects and site civil engineers, all working together in the same group to create a studio-like atmosphere of idea generation. We are supported by a variety of expert engineers, skilled GIS analysts, and talented environmental scientists and biologists throughout the firm. This position primarily focuses on managing and developing campus plans for higher education, and urban design projects with a regional focus.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
Work in a collaborative environment as part of a multi-discipline team.
Demonstrate ability to develop site analysis, conceptual plans, and site designs at a master planning level.
Prepare for and facilitate stakeholder involvement and consensus-building meetings and workshops.
Demonstrate ability to produce well-written reports and highly visual documents.
Help plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate detailed phases of planning work in several large and important projects.
Manage personal timeliness and technical correctness of a project to ensure high-quality work that fits within a client's budget and expectations.
Be willing to travel as needed to meet project commitments, including overnight travel and evening client meeting obligations.
Represent the company at conferences, seminars and meetings; make presentations to clients, government officials and industry representatives.
Help draft proposals and statements of qualification within the directives of company policy relating to marketing.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
6+ years of urban design and campus planning-related work experience
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture or architecture is required.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup and rendering/visualization programs
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills
AICP certification, or Registered Landscape Architect or Architect in the office location state or ability to gain reciprocal licensing.
Experience in project management of multiple and complex projects, facilitation and engagement, project and scope development, and other skills necessary to be successful in a government-client and institutional-client focused, high-paced firm.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$49k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 53d ago
Facilities Master Planning Lead
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Master Planning Lead to join our team. Though our preference is to have someone in our corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, we are open to considering people in any of our locations. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our practice, driving business growth, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and mentoring staff, spearheading business development initiatives, and managing complex projects to ensure the seamless execution of our facilities master planning objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Staff Development:
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of professionals. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages growth and continuous learning.
* Perform supervisory functions for the team working with the Group Manager (GM) including recommendations for staffing, training, interviewing, new employee selection, dismissal, performance appraisals, classification changes, salary adjustment recommendations, and disciplinary actions.
* Business Development:
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Typical FNI Facilities Master Planning projects are in the public sector, such as municipalities, counties, state agencies, water districts and higher education. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners to expand our market presence.
* Support the group's client management strategies, management of opportunity pipeline, prepositioning for strategic pursuits, and reviewing/preparing SOQs and shortlist presentations. Achieve sales goals deployed to the team by the GM or in the amount required for the long-term health of the Team.
* Project Management:
* Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of facilities master planning projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards.
* Work with Project Managers to ensure projects are meeting budgets and schedules, client expectations, FNI Quality Management System requirements, and technical standards.
* Work with GM to forecast workload and maintain appropriate staffing levels and qualifications of staff.
* Work with GM to manage team overhead expenses related to staff engagement, annual planning, client development, staff development, and marketing.
* Strategic Planning:
* Develop and implement long-term facilities master plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.
* Support the GM in the development of a group annual operating plan to include actions for the team and prepare an annual team budget to roll up to the group budget. Prepare updates and analyses of improvement areas as requested.
Qualifications
Required:
* Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, Facilities Management, or a related field .
* Valid architectural license in the state of Texas or AICP certified.
* 10+ years of experience in facilities master planning, business development, and project management.
* Strong leadership and team development skills.
* Proven track record of client service, relationship building, sales, and technical project delivery.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Preferred:
* Master's degree preferred
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the future of our facilities.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Commitment to professional growth and development.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for facilities master planning and a track record of success, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our innovative team.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Freese and Nichols is searching for a Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer (EIT) in our Dallas, Fort Worth or Denton Texas Office.
You will be part of a Water and Wastewater Treatment team that collaborates to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions for communities. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional growth, while contributing to outstanding client service and high-quality deliverables. If you're seeking a supportive environment where you can grow and make an impact, Freese and Nichols could be the place for you.
As a Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer you will:
Assist with analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for various water treatment, wastewater treatment, reuse, and resource recovery facility projects.
Perform specific and limited portions of a broader assignment.
Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations.
Collect, adjust, and correlate data and recognize discrepancies in results.
Become familiar with accepted criteria and methods.
Perform project assignments within the scope of work and guidelines defined by the Project Engineer and within the time and schedule allocations agreed upon by the Group Manager.
Responsible for coordination of project efforts contributed by technicians and/or drafting personnel working on the same project.
Qualifications
B.S. degree in applicable engineering discipline or equivalent.
1+ year of experience performing routine engineering tasks in water and wastewater treatment.
Must be able to pass FE exam and obtain EIT within one year of joining the team.
Preferred:
Masters degree in Environmental Engineering
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$59k-81k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
Risk and Safety Manager
Freese and Nichols 4.5
San Antonio, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is currently seeking an experienced Risk and Safety Manager in San Antonio, Fort Worth, Houston, or Austin, TX. As the Risk and Safety Manager
you will lead our corporate health and safety program. You will provide expert guidance to leaders across the organization on a broad and evolving array of topics to ensure the health and safety of FNI employees. You will craft strategy, spearhead safety initiatives, and serve as a resource for our technical groups.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manage a significant portion of the organization's risk management and/or risk control strategies and processes, including policy development, risk assessment, risk appetite evaluation, training, and tactical risk modeling.
Demonstrate managerial courage by making difficult decisions, leading change, following company policies, and holding staff accountable to ensure team alignment and engagement.
Design and oversee health and safety programs to ensure regulatory compliance, protect employee well-being, and minimize business risk through training, audits, and performance evaluation.
Coordinate emergency management activities across the organization and serve as a resource and advisor on emergency preparedness and response.
Oversee administration of insurance policy renewals to ensure appropriate pricing, service standards, and coordination of professional and non-professional liability risk mitigation.
Coordinate physical security strategies, monitor risks to employees, and recommend appropriate prevention and mitigation measures.
Serve as a trusted business partner to internal clients by managing relationships and deploying appropriate resources to support business objectives.
Manage non-professional liability claims strategies, including tracking, investigation, coordination with carriers, and issue escalation.
Develop training courses to meet specific business requirements and performance needs. Support personal transformations by running complex leadership development programs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field
6+ years' of experience in Risk and Safety
3+ years of experience managing risk and safety resources, programs, and initiatives to meet organizational objectives
Certified Safety Professional (Board of Certified Safety Professionals)
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, including 29 CFR Part 1910 (General Industry) and 29 CFR Part 1926 (Construction)
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$58k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
Summer 2026 Internships - Landscape Architecture
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols have exciting internships within our Urban Planning and Design team, including a talented team of landscape architects, in either Houston, Texas or Oklahoma City, Oklahoma for Summer 2026!
What will your summer look like?
Working under professional landscape architects, you will be working on projects that impact your surrounding communities and beyond. While you will be working in one discipline, you will have the opportunity to learn about our other technical areas. Of course, an internship is a large part of learning more about what you can do with your degree, but we also want to give you the opportunity to expand your network through connections with the young professionals employee resource group Rise & Thrive who will host events across the company over the summer.
What does the role look like?
This internship will require you to be in office each day to help build connections with your group, fellow interns, and others. Relocation or housing stipends will NOT be provided for internships. Learn more about what each practice does.
Responsibilities:
o Perform specific and limited tasks within a broader assignment
o Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations
o Assist lead project landscape architects as needed
o Collect, adjust, and correlate perform calculations, and recognize discrepancies in results
Qualifications
Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in Landscape Architecture or related degree
Graduation date of August 2026 or later
Preferred Qualifications
Student organizational involvement
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About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$47k-61k yearly est. Auto-Apply 7d ago
Water/Wastewater Treatment Project Manager
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is currently searching for Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer to serve as a Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager in our Houston or Pearland, TX offices. The Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager will:
Lead the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for various water treatment, wastewater treatment, reuse, and resource recovery facility projects.
Prepare design calculations, design drawings, and specifications necessary for the most economical method of construction. Seal drawings and reports as required.
Serve as Project Manager for projects that primarily require work within own group but may also require coordination with other groups and the client.
Perform independent studies and prepare reports of results and conclusions in a clear, concise manner. Direct other engineers and technicians on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results. Present and deliver final reports to clients.
Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practices in the execution of design work that will meet the client's needs and conform to firm standards.
Coordinate the work of drafting personnel; technicians, or other engineers on technical matters pertinent to project assignments.
Work toward keeping current tasks within schedule and budget to fit the needs of the project.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
4+ years of related water and wastewater treatment experience with emphasis on plant process evaluation, design, and construction of municipal water or wastewater treatment plants.
Strong communication skills, written and verbal, and strong presentation and sales skills needed.
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license required (or the ability to become licensed in Texas within 1 year.)
Mix of technical experience including but not limited to municipal water and wastewater process design, treatment plant civil/structural/mechanical/electrical design, treatment process studies, and construction contract administration and management.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$72k-107k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Landscape Architect
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Austin, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols, Inc. (FNI) is currently searching for a highly-motivated, passionate and energetic Landscape Architect to grow the Urban Planning+Design practice in one of the following offices:
Raleigh, NC
Charlotte, NC
Austin, TX
San Marcos, TX
San Antonio, TX
If you're seeking an exciting opportunity to advance the practice of landscape architecture and urban design in a way that allows you to consistently provide innovative and sustainable solutions to communities and institutions, from higher education campus plans and public spaces to downtown placemaking for revitalization to parks of all types, working side-by-side with a team of the brightest minds in the industry and know that you're part of a team that strives to make the world a better place, Freese and Nichols is where you should be. Our multidisciplinary group includes some of the most creative urban planners, urban designers, landscape architects, and site civil engineers, all housed under the same group to create a studio-like atmosphere of idea generation. This is backed by overall firm support from a variety of expert engineers, skilled GIS analysts, and talented environmental scientists and biologists. This senior position primarily focuses on managing and developing landscape architecture and urban design projects with regional focus based on location in South/Central Texas, or North and South Carolina. The ideal candidate is not just skilled, but passionate about helping communities and institutions find paths to success through various types and sizes of parks and open spaces, trails, public plazas and a wide variety of other plans and projects reaching across multiple design disciplines like streetscapes and sponge parks.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
Work in a collaborative environment as part of a multi-discipline team
Demonstrate ability to develop design projects from conceptual design through schematic design and construction administration
Manage personal timeliness and technical correctness of a project to ensure high-quality work that fits within a client's budget and expectations.
Be willing to travel as needed to meet project commitments, including overnight travel and evening client meeting obligations.
Prepare and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings and workshops.
Assist the group manager and team managers with related marketing and client development for planning assignments, and help support/identify strategic direction to advance the Urban Planning+Design Practice as well as other practices.
Represent the company at conferences, seminars, meetings; make presentations to clients, government officials, and industry representatives.
Plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate detailed phases of planning work in a number of large and important projects.
Maintain liaisons with individuals inside and outside of the company.
Draft proposals and statements of qualification within the directives of company policy relating to marketing.
Supervise landscape designers, technicians and other practices supporting a project when performing project tasks.
Qualifications
10+ years of practical landscape architectural and urban design-related work experience
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture is required.
Registered Landscape Architect in the office location state or ability to gain reciprocal licensing.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup and rendering/visualization programs
Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills
This position requires experience in project management of multiple and complex projects, facilitation and engagement, project and scope development, and other skills necessary to be successful in a government-client and institutional-client focused, high-paced firm.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$47k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 47d ago
Summer 2026 Engineering Internships - Water and Transportation (Texas and Louisiana)
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
San Antonio, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is excited to re-launch intern recruiting for summer 2026! After maintaining our status as a Top 100 Internship Program given by Yello and WayUp we hope to make summer 2026 a great one! What will your summer look like? Working under professional engineers, you will be working on projects that impact your surrounding communities and beyond. While you will be working in one engineering discipline, you will have the opportunity to learn about our other technical practice areas so you can learn about where your passions may lie. Of course an internship is a large part of learning more about what you can do with your degree, but we also want to give you the opportunity to expand your network through connections with the young professionals employee resource group Rise & Thrive who will host events across the company over the summer.
What does the role look like?
This internship will require you to be in office each day to help build connections with your group, fellow interns, and others. Relocation or housing stipends will NOT be provided for internships. These internships will be provided in Transportation, Water Resource Design, Stormwater and Water Transmission & Utilities technical practices in the below locations. Learn more about what each practice does.
* Dallas/Ft Worth, TX (Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, and Denton)
* Houston, TX (Houston and Pearland)
* San Antonio, TX
* Lubbock, TX
* New Orleans, LA
Majors we hire:
* Civil/Environmental/Water Resource Engineering
* Biological and Agricultural/Biosystems Engineering
* Structural/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering (Water Transmission & Utilities only)
Responsibilities:
* Perform specific and limited tasks within a broader assignment
* Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations
* Assist project manager as needed
* Collect, adjust, and correlate perform calculations, and recognize discrepancies in results
Qualifications
* Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in one of the majors listed above
* Graduation date of August 2026 or later
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with Excel, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, AutoCAD, or GIS
* Student organizational involvement
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About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$23k-30k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
Transportation Planner
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
This position requires a detailed-oriented planner who will both manage and run a range of public sector (city and county), MPO, and DOT transportation projects as well as actively engage our client base for new projects spanning transportation planning, active transportation, special area/corridor plans, capital improvements programming, roadway impact and user fees, traffic analyses, fiscal impact, codes and ordinances. Candidate must be well-organized, have project management experience, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Work in a collaborative environment as part of a multi-discipline team.
Self directed supervision of project technicians and other planners when performing project tasks.
Serve as a project manager and planner on a project team responsible for a variety of tasks including research, analysis, documentation, meeting preparation, and day-to-day client interface.
Demonstrate ability to produce well-written reports and highly visual documents.
Support the planning team in public meeting facilitation and City Council meetings/public hearings.
Manage personal timeliness and technical correctness of a project to ensure high-quality work that fits within a client's budget and expectations.
Be willing to travel as needed to meet project commitments.
Identify, cultivate, and develop project pursuits and specific proposal submittals for public sector clients.
QualificationsRequired Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum Experience: 4+ years of transportation planning-related work experience with strong understanding of public sector, MPO and/or DOT client base. Private sector experience a plus.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, or related planning field required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite. GIS Mapping and database skills desired.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Master's degree in Transportation Planning or Urban Planning with transportation emphasis.
Prior work with or in consulting firm or a municipal/transportation agency planning department desirable.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) candidate.
Software Skills: Microsoft Office, social media, GIS.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$54k-71k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Facilities Master Planning Lead
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
Dallas, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Master Planning Lead to join our team. Though our preference is to have someone in our corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, we are open to considering people in any of our locations. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our practice, driving business growth, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and mentoring staff, spearheading business development initiatives, and managing complex projects to ensure the seamless execution of our facilities master planning objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Staff Development:
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of professionals. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages growth and continuous learning.
* Perform supervisory functions for the team working with the Group Manager (GM) including recommendations for staffing, training, interviewing, new employee selection, dismissal, performance appraisals, classification changes, salary adjustment recommendations, and disciplinary actions.
* Business Development:
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Typical FNI Facilities Master Planning projects are in the public sector, such as municipalities, counties, state agencies, water districts and higher education. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners to expand our market presence.
* Support the group's client management strategies, management of opportunity pipeline, prepositioning for strategic pursuits, and reviewing/preparing SOQs and shortlist presentations. Achieve sales goals deployed to the team by the GM or in the amount required for the long-term health of the Team.
* Project Management:
* Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of facilities master planning projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards.
* Work with Project Managers to ensure projects are meeting budgets and schedules, client expectations, FNI Quality Management System requirements, and technical standards.
* Work with GM to forecast workload and maintain appropriate staffing levels and qualifications of staff.
* Work with GM to manage team overhead expenses related to staff engagement, annual planning, client development, staff development, and marketing.
* Strategic Planning:
* Develop and implement long-term facilities master plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.
* Support the GM in the development of a group annual operating plan to include actions for the team and prepare an annual team budget to roll up to the group budget. Prepare updates and analyses of improvement areas as requested.
Qualifications
Required:
* Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, Facilities Management, or a related field .
* Valid architectural license in the state of Texas or AICP certified.
* 10+ years of experience in facilities master planning, business development, and project management.
* Strong leadership and team development skills.
* Proven track record of client service, relationship building, sales, and technical project delivery.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Preferred:
* Master's degree preferred
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the future of our facilities.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Commitment to professional growth and development.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for facilities master planning and a track record of success, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our innovative team.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$87k-114k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
Transportation Engineer
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Fort Worth, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is looking for a Transportation Engineer to join our growing team in North Texas. You'll have the opportunity to work from either our Fort Worth, Dallas, or Frisco offices. Our multidisciplinary firm is well-positioned to support your success, with an established local transportation team, a robust backlog of work, and a wide network of client relationships.
In this role, your primary focus will be delivering roadway projects for our municipal and county clients. You'll collaborate closely with our talented team to produce high-quality work, manage and develop staff, and foster strong client relationships. As a key contributor, you'll play an integral part in shaping the transportation landscape in North Texas. Join us as we continue to make a positive impact in our communities.
Responsibilities associated with this role include:
Oversee aspects of the design and delivery of municipal and county transportation engineering projects.
Develop project scopes, prepare fee proposals, and participate in contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.
Collaborate with engineers and designers throughout the lifecycle of each project.
Assist with coordination of budgets, schedules, and efforts of subconsultant team members.
Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders through regular communication with government officials, community members, and project partners.
Proactively monitor project metrics and adjust efforts to meet deadlines and budgets.
Coordinate schedules for multiple simultaneous and long-term projects.
Serve as the client contact, ensuring successful project completion and industry-leading client service.
Implement and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Handle project accounting and invoicing monthly.
Identify new business opportunities and assist in client development to continue to grow the Transportation practice in North Texas.
Stay informed about industry trends and encourage innovation within the team and explore new approaches to transportation design.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Texas EIT Certification
3+ years of experience in the delivery of transportation design projects
Strong communication, coordination, and strategic thinking skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Microstation OpenRoads Designer
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$58k-77k yearly est. Auto-Apply 5d ago
Bridge Inspection Team Leader
Garver 4.4
Dallas, TX jobs
Garver's Transportation Design Center, an integrated team with proficiency and focus in delivering bridge projects, inspections, and load ratings, is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader for our Dallas, TX office. A remote or hybrid remote work arrangement is negotiable. This position will work with our in-house engineers, designers, and technicians to provide technical expertise in all areas required to successfully deliver sound inspections and reports. This Bridge Inspection Team Leader will primarily perform SNBI bridge inspection tasks, including field inspection and associated office work. This will include travel to locations across the state of Texas, with occasional travel and work in other states. This position will have the opportunity to collaborate on other tasks, if desired, including load rating and bridge rehabilitation. Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
Performing routine inspection of bridges and culverts to SNBI and state specific standards as Inspection Team Leader
Coordination of site visits for inspection
Assist with underwater inspections
Following company's standard procedures for documenting inspections
Daily inspection file uploads to specialized interface
Bridge Inspection Data Entry
Field work, which can include carrying ladders and gear, working at heights, working in hot or cold weather, etc.
Perform NSTM Inspections
As additional experience and familiarity with Garver's inspection practice is acquired, responsibilities could lead into increased project and staff management opportunities. Experience Requirements
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130055 (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges)
Minimum 5-10 years of related experience
Strong communication skills
Strong working knowledge of MS Office
Preferred Skills and Experience
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130078 (Fracture Critical Techniques for Steel Bridges)
National Highway Institute (NHI) Course No. 130091 (Underwater Bridge Inspection)
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET program
Experience with InspectX and/or other related Asset Management software
Experience with MicroStation
Experience with AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software
Current TxDOT Precertification in appropriate category or the ability to quickly obtain precertification
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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$71k-104k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Water and Wastewater Transmission & Utilities Engineer
Freese and Nichols 4.5
San Antonio, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is currently searching for an experienced engineer with their PE license to join our Treatment, Transmission & Utilities team in Central Texas as a Water and Wastewater Transmission/Utilities Engineer and/or Project Manager for our San Antonio, Texas office.
The Project Engineer will lead the analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for various water and wastewater projects. As a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager, the candidate will have responsibility to lead the designs, manage scope, schedule, and budget, prepare client communications and participate in business development initiatives.
Qualifications
15+ years of related water and wastewater treatment experience
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Environmental Engineering.
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license
Strong communication skills, written and verbal, and strong presentation and sales skills.
Mix of technical experience including but not limited to water and wastewater design of pipelines, storage, lift stations, pump stations, coordination of civil/structural/mechanical/electrical design, and construction contract administration and management.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team as well as independently.
As Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager: Proven ability to manage a multi-discipline design team and assign tasks to and review work of EITs.
Proven ability to build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with clients, both internal and external, as well as representatives of local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$72k-99k yearly est. Auto-Apply 39d ago
Urban Designer/Campus Planner
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols, Inc. (FNI) is currently searching for a highly-motivated, passionate and energetic Urban Designer/Campus Planner, potentially with a landscape architect background, to grow the Urban Planning and Design Group in one of the following offices:
* Austin, TX
* San Marcos, TX
* Houston, TX
* Raleigh, NC
* Charlotte, NC
If you're seeking an exciting opportunity to advance urban design by delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for communities and institutions-from higher education campus plans and public spaces to downtown placemaking for revitalization-while collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry and contributing to a team committed to making the world a better place, Freese and Nichols is the place for you. Our multidisciplinary group includes some of the most creative urban planners, urban designers, landscape architects and site civil engineers, all working together in the same group to create a studio-like atmosphere of idea generation. We are supported by a variety of expert engineers, skilled GIS analysts, and talented environmental scientists and biologists throughout the firm. This position primarily focuses on managing and developing campus plans for higher education, and urban design projects with a regional focus.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities
* Work in a collaborative environment as part of a multi-discipline team.
* Demonstrate ability to develop site analysis, conceptual plans, and site designs at a master planning level.
* Prepare for and facilitate stakeholder involvement and consensus-building meetings and workshops.
* Demonstrate ability to produce well-written reports and highly visual documents.
* Help plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate detailed phases of planning work in several large and important projects.
* Manage personal timeliness and technical correctness of a project to ensure high-quality work that fits within a client's budget and expectations.
* Be willing to travel as needed to meet project commitments, including overnight travel and evening client meeting obligations.
* Represent the company at conferences, seminars and meetings; make presentations to clients, government officials and industry representatives.
* Help draft proposals and statements of qualification within the directives of company policy relating to marketing.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
* 6+ years of urban design and campus planning-related work experience
* Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture or architecture is required.
* Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup and rendering/visualization programs
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
* Strong freehand illustration and rendering skills
* AICP certification, or Registered Landscape Architect or Architect in the office location state or ability to gain reciprocal licensing.
* Experience in project management of multiple and complex projects, facilitation and engagement, project and scope development, and other skills necessary to be successful in a government-client and institutional-client focused, high-paced firm.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$49k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Facilities Master Planning Lead
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Fort Worth, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Master Planning Lead to join our team. Though our preference is to have someone in our corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, we are open to considering people in any of our locations. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our practice, driving business growth, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and mentoring staff, spearheading business development initiatives, and managing complex projects to ensure the seamless execution of our facilities master planning objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Staff Development:
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of professionals. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages growth and continuous learning.
Perform supervisory functions for the team working with the Group Manager (GM) including recommendations for staffing, training, interviewing, new employee selection, dismissal, performance appraisals, classification changes, salary adjustment recommendations, and disciplinary actions.
Business Development:
Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Typical FNI Facilities Master Planning projects are in the public sector, such as municipalities, counties, state agencies, water districts and higher education. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners to expand our market presence.
Support the group's client management strategies, management of opportunity pipeline, prepositioning for strategic pursuits, and reviewing/preparing SOQs and shortlist presentations. Achieve sales goals deployed to the team by the GM or in the amount required for the long-term health of the Team.
Project Management:
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of facilities master planning projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards.
Work with Project Managers to ensure projects are meeting budgets and schedules, client expectations, FNI Quality Management System requirements, and technical standards.
Work with GM to forecast workload and maintain appropriate staffing levels and qualifications of staff.
Work with GM to manage team overhead expenses related to staff engagement, annual planning, client development, staff development, and marketing.
Strategic Planning:
Develop and implement long-term facilities master plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.
Support the GM in the development of a group annual operating plan to include actions for the team and prepare an annual team budget to roll up to the group budget. Prepare updates and analyses of improvement areas as requested.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, Facilities Management, or a related field .
Valid architectural license in the state of Texas or AICP certified.
10+ years of experience in facilities master planning, business development, and project management.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Proven track record of client service, relationship building, sales, and technical project delivery.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Preferred:
Master's degree preferred
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the future of our facilities.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Commitment to professional growth and development.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for facilities master planning and a track record of success, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our innovative team.
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$87k-115k yearly est. Auto-Apply 5d ago
Landscape Architect Designer
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
Houston, TX jobs
Do you want to enhance your community by creating sustainable solutions to make it more livable and environmentally sound? Freese and Nichols has a fabulous opportunity for December 2025 and May/August 2026 new grads to launch their careers! Our opportunities provide you with a supportive pathway to grow your career in many areas - design, modeling, planning, technical excellence, and business development.
What your day looks like -
You will assist project managers on all phases of projects, from site inventory and analysis through design development, construction documents, and post-design services.
* Collaborate directly with design teams including planners, engineers, architects and clients
* Prepare digital and hand drawings as needed to communicate master plans, design elements and site features
* Conduct research and prepare site reviews and analysis
* Learn and expand proficiencies in key programs and software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Suite)
* Assist in preparation of construction document packages
What we will do for you -
We offer you a flexible work environment which includes options such as a hybrid work schedule with remote work up to 2 days per week and an alternative work schedule with every other Friday off. Our support for you in your career journey includes providing you with professional development in technical areas along with soft skills such as collaboration, managing workload, presentation skills, and building partnerships. Our mentoring program allows you to learn from those who have worked in our industry from recent grads to subject matter experts. Rise and Thrive, our Young Professionals ERG (Employee Resource Group) will help you grow your career as well. They facilitate networking and development opportunities and social events, too!
This role is available in:
* Oklahoma City
* Houston, TX
* Raleigh, NC
Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture (Current grad or those graduating in May 2026 or August 2026)
* Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite and modeling programs such as SketchUp and Lumion
Preferred Qualifications
* Previous internship
* Participation in a student organization such as a professional or technical society
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About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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$47k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 6d ago
Transportation Engineer
Freese and Nichols, Inc. 4.5
Fort Worth, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is looking for a Transportation Engineer to join our growing team in North Texas. You'll have the opportunity to work from either our Fort Worth, Dallas, or Frisco offices. Our multidisciplinary firm is well-positioned to support your success, with an established local transportation team, a robust backlog of work, and a wide network of client relationships.
In this role, your primary focus will be delivering roadway projects for our municipal and county clients. You'll collaborate closely with our talented team to produce high-quality work, manage and develop staff, and foster strong client relationships. As a key contributor, you'll play an integral part in shaping the transportation landscape in North Texas. Join us as we continue to make a positive impact in our communities.
Responsibilities associated with this role include:
* Oversee aspects of the design and delivery of municipal and county transportation engineering projects.
* Develop project scopes, prepare fee proposals, and participate in contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.
* Collaborate with engineers and designers throughout the lifecycle of each project.
* Assist with coordination of budgets, schedules, and efforts of subconsultant team members.
* Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders through regular communication with government officials, community members, and project partners.
* Proactively monitor project metrics and adjust efforts to meet deadlines and budgets.
* Coordinate schedules for multiple simultaneous and long-term projects.
* Serve as the client contact, ensuring successful project completion and industry-leading client service.
* Implement and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
* Handle project accounting and invoicing monthly.
* Identify new business opportunities and assist in client development to continue to grow the Transportation practice in North Texas.
* Stay informed about industry trends and encourage innovation within the team and explore new approaches to transportation design.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
* Texas EIT Certification
* 3+ years of experience in the delivery of transportation design projects
* Strong communication, coordination, and strategic thinking skills
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Microstation OpenRoads Designer
About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Summer 2026 Internships - Facilities Engineering
Freese and Nichols 4.5
Fort Worth, TX jobs
Freese and Nichols is excited to launch intern recruiting for summer 2026! After retaining our status as a Top 100 Internship Program given by Yello and WayUp we hope to make summer 2026 a great one!
What will your summer look like?
Working under professional engineers, you will be working on projects that impact your surrounding communities and beyond. While you will be working in one engineering discipline, you will have the opportunity to learn about our other technical practice areas so you can learn about where your passions may lie. Of course an internship is a large part of learning more about what you can do with your degree, but we also want to give you the opportunity to expand your network through connections with the young professionals employee resource group Rise & Thrive who will host events across the company over the summer.
What does the role look like?
This internship will require you to be in office each day to help build connections with your group, fellow interns, and others. Relocation or housing stipends will NOT be provided for internships. These internships will be provided in Structural Engineering, Mechanical and Plumbing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Instruments and Controls. Learn more about what each practice does.
Fort Worth, TX
Houston, TX
Austin, TX
Majors we hire:
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science (for Instruments and Controls team)
Responsibilities:
Perform specific and limited tasks within a broader assignment
Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations
Assist project manager as needed
Collect, adjust, and correlate perform calculations, and recognize discrepancies in results
Qualifications
Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in one of the majors listed above
Graduation date of August 2026 or later
Preferred Qualifications
Student organizational involvement
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About Freese and Nichols
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at ***************************************************** we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at ********************************
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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