What You Will Love About Us!
CPJ is one of the fastest growing full Service Civil Engineering firms in the Washington DC Metro area! We offer our employees professional growth and a family-oriented environment where we take great pride in appreciating and valuing our staff! CPJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We provide:
A Great Company Culture
A Genuine work/life balance
Health Benefits – CareFirst Medical/Dental/Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
Preparation for your future – 401(K) Retirement, Profit Sharing, Company Stock
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
Telework and flexible work schedules
Professional Growth – Educational and Professional Associations Reimbursements
Company Functions – Annual Company Picnic, Holiday Gatherings, Chili cook offs, Firm Breakfast and Luncheons, Potlucks and more!
Landscape Architect/Planner
Posted: 4/8/2024
Fairfax Office - 3959 Pender Drive, Suite 210, Fairfax, VA 22030
Job Description
Charles P. Johnson and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Landscape Architect/Planner to join the Planning Division of our Fairfax, Virginia office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working on a wide range of large and small projects including residential, mixed use, commercial and institutional.
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience in Landscape Architecture or Planning.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an engineering, planning or landscape architectural office.
Autodesk Civil 3D experience
Graphic design presentation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience is preferred with Photoshop, Sketch-Up, or similar
Oral presentation experience.
Office programs: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Job Role:
The position requires a self-starter with 3-5 years of experience in planning, layout and grading design for conceptual plans, landscape design, preliminary plans, rezoning plans, site plans etc.
Work collaboratively with co-workers in various departments to develop design drawings, environmental assessments of sites and preparation of these plans for submission and approval by the various jurisdictions and agencies.
The position will include regular meetings with the clients and agencies. You will need to have an understanding of development design, and the review and approval processes within the various local agencies is necessary.
The applicant will be working in a team environment with other Landscape Architects, Engineers, Surveyors and CADD technicians.
We are looking for an applicant that is interested in career growth as well as participation in organizations and activities related to the industry and contribute to the CPJA marketing effort.
For consideration, please forward your resume to nwarren@cpja.com with the subject line "Landscape Architect/Planner"
Mid-Level/Senior Civil Engineer
Posted: 3/27/2024
Fairfax, Virgina Office - 3959 Pender Drive, Suite 210
Job Description
Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc. (CPJ) seeks an energetic, highly motivated Mid-Level/Senior Civil Engineer to join our Fairfax, Virginiaoffice. The ideal candidate will serve as the lead Civil Engineering Designer overseeing the production of various types of engineering plans in multiple jurisdictions in Northern Virginia. The candidate should have Team Leadership Experience, Technical Expertise, Critical Decision-Making Skills, and some Public Relations Savvy. The Mid-Level/Senior Civil Engineer candidate knows how to be a team player as well as lead a team to success.
Major Function/Role
Provides leadership and oversight of design, production, and coordination of conceptual and final design of civil engineering tasks. Advises and recommends design procedures to staff and interfaces with clients and public agencies. Must be experienced with typical civil engineering elements, to include roadways, site grading, stormwater management, earthwork erosion & sediment control, environmental compliance, ADA compliance, and pavement markings & signage. Work involves analytical ability to select and recommend design procedures, interpret ordinances and specifications, analyze design requirements, and provide design solutions.
Job Duties
Lead Designer and technical resource to the team as well as Quality Control of plan submissions.
Resolve issues with agencies, clients, and CPJ staff/departments.
Coordinate land development projects with the client, agencies, and CPJ staff.
Be the CPJ Project Manager for select clients and projects to Monitor the entitlement process and coordinate with CPJ departments.
Be the client’s point of contact and do what is necessary to keep the client happy.
Read and interpret survey data, legal description, government standards and codes, and applies to design.
Prepare site and subdivision plans for residential, commercial, and industrial projects in local counties to include storm water management, storm sewer plans and profiles, outfall analysis, sanitary sewer plans and profiles, water line plans and profiles, water network analysis, public street design, erosion and sediment control plans, fire lane plans, pavement designs, pavement striping and signage plans, maintenance of traffic plans, bond estimates and bond reductions.
Assist clients with bonding and permitting procedures.
Assist other company departments in the preparation of re-zonings, infill lot grading plans and preliminary plats. Possible attendance at evening meetings.
Some involvement with industry related associations/organizations.
Required Skills and Experience
Competent in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Competent with various engineering programs such as HEC-RAS, Storm CAD, Water CAD, or similar programs necessary for project site design
Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and similar programs
Above average written and oral Communication skills
Project organizational and time management skills
Good knowledge/experience of the land development and entitlement process for Northern Virginia Jurisdictions
For consideration, please forward your resume to nwarren@cpja.com with the subject line “Mid-Level/Senior Civil Engineer”
Jr Project Manager - Computations
Posted: 10/12/2023
Silver Spring Office – 1751 Elton Road, Suite 300, Silver Spring MD 20903
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the full-time position of the Jr. Land Survey Project Manager for our Computations section in our Silver Spring office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This is not an entry level position. The ideal candidate will already have some office and field surveying experience and will be tasked with:
The preparation and processing of residential Subdivision Plats, Easements, and rights of-way, under the supervision of a MD Professional land surveyor
Online research (plats.net; mdlandrec.net, SDAT) , organizing documents, and analyzing deeds, plats, and other publicly available sources of property information necessary to create base drawings for land development projects
Required Skills and Experience:
Must be proficient with and have at least three years of experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office programs. Experience with Microstation is a plus, but not required.
Should have experience with dealing with WSSC, PG-DPIE; MC-DPS, MNCP&P
Should have exposure using networked desktop computer systems.
Must have good communication skills.
Must have regular in-office attendance, the ability to work independently with direction and a desire to learn and progress in the Survey profession, both personally and as part of a team.
For consideration, please forward your resume to nwarren@cpja.com with the subject line “Jr Project Manager-Computations”
Sr Project Manager - Special Surveys
Posted: 10/12/2023
Annapolis Office – 45 Old Solomons Island Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the full-time position of Sr. Land Survey Project Manager for our Special Surveys section in our Annapolis Office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This is not an entry level position. The ideal candidate will already have some office and field surveying experience and will be tasked with:
The preparation of Boundary, Topographic and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys under the supervision of a MD Professional land surveyor.
Independently conducting research, organizing documents, and analyzing deeds, plats, and reviewing title commitments.
Utilizing various Local, County, State and Quasi-Public databases for Geospatial data acquisition.
Field data processing including field-to-finish and traverse adjustment.
Required Skills and Experience:
Must be proficient with and have at least three years of experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office programs.
Should have the ability to review and process field data, including least squares traverse adjustments and importing points into CAD. Experience with Trimble Business Center and Star*Net is a plus, but not required.
Should have exposure using networked desktop computer systems.
Must have good math and communication skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation.
Must have regular in-office attendance, the ability to work independently with direction and a desire to learn and progress in the Survey profession, both personally and as part of a team.
For consideration, please forward your resume to nwarren@cpja.com with the subject line “Sr Project Manager-Special Surveys”
Stormwater Inspector
Posted: 08/2023
Job Type: Full-time
Frederick, MD - 129 West Patrick Street, Suite 13
Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc. (CPJ) is seeking a preferably trained, dynamic entry-level Stormwater Inspector with at least 3-5 years' experience.
Role Summary:
Duties include but are not limited to conducting daily inspections on buildings, stormwater management and site development construction projects to ensure compliance with construction documents, permits, and other contract requirements. The majority of the work for this role is performed in a field setting with exposure to the physical demands and hazards associated with construction and other outdoor sites.
Job Duties:
Review project drawings, details, and specifications to familiarize with design, construction sequence, and permit requirements.
Coordinate with in-house design staff and client representatives to understand design intent of projects and ensure achievement throughout construction process.
Prepare daily inspection reports with photo logs of construction projects, including NPDES reporting, and monitor contractors' compliance with project schedule. Coordinate with CPJ design staff to understand design intent of projects and ensure achievement throughout construction process.
Review Contractors' payment requests to verify the progress of the project and completed quantities.
Coordinate field adjustments to minimize impacts to natural resources or adapt to existing site conditions.
Coordinate review of submittals, RFls, samples, as-built drawings, etc. prepared by Contractor and work with other staff to meet contract requirements.
Required Skills:
Must be able to pass a drug and background check to perform inspections at government and childcare facilities.
Ability to learn quickly, as training on stormwater management will be provided.
A minimum of three years of progressively responsible construction permitting inspection or management experience including substantive work in site development and stormwater management projects.
An Associate Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, or another related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
A valid driver's license unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive CPJ vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Adequate written and oral communication skills to prepare reports and communicate with stakeholders.
Good knowledge of construction, inspection, and permitting processes.
Experience in the Washington DC Metro area with an emphasis on Montgomery or Prince George's County preferred.
Ability to work outdoors in a variety of hot and cold weather environments. work in a dirty, dusty, and noisy environments and work near machinery; walk over rough, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces; be capable of climbing flights of stairs and ladders; stoop. reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing from twenty to fifty pounds.
For consideration, please forward your resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of “Stormwater Inspector"
Jr. Level Civil Engineer/Planner
Posted: 6/2023
Silver Spring Office - 1751 Elton Road, Suite 300
Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc (CPJ) seeks an energetic, highly motivated, and experienced design engineer who is knowledgeable in Stormwater Management to join our Custom Homes division in our Silver Spring, Maryland office!
Role Summary
Aide with Stormwater and Sediment Control design for the Custom Homes and Engineering Department.
Able to work effectively and collaborate between departments as a team player.
Work involves analytical ability to select and recommend design procedures, analyze design requirements, and provide design solutions.
Collaboration with clients and review agencies to ensure plans, documents and deadlines are completed and met in a timely manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience
3-5 years’ experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Knowledge of Water Resources
Engineering on “In-Fill” lots
Montgomery and PG County experience is preferred
Background in Civil Engineering
Accurate and strong attention to detail
Knowledge of basic line drawings, architectural drawings, and landscaping plans
Project organizational and time management skills
Proficient in MS Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
For consideration, please forward your resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of “Jr. Level Civil Engineer/Planner”
Project Manager
Posted: 06/2023
Annapolis, MD - 45 Old Solomons RD, Suite 204
Charles P. Johnson & Associates seeks a career driven, technology savvy, Project Manager to join CPJA’s Critical Area Development Division in our Annapolis, MD office
Job Duties
Prepare site and subdivision plans for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects in Anne Arundel County, the City of Annapolis, Baltimore County, southern Maryland, and the Maryland Eastern Shore. Responsibilities include overseeing design team for and managing project to completion for Chesapeake Bay Critical Area development. Oversee and mentor Junior Engineers. Assist clients with permit procurement and bonding procedures. Assist other consultants in the preparation of re-zonings, infill lot grading plans and preliminary plats. Interact with County staff, clients, & members of the public. Possible attendance at night meetings. Involvement with industry related associations/organizations will be encouraged.
Required Skills and Experience
4+ years of experience in Maryland in land development
Project Management in a Construction based setting is ideal
PE, PLS, or RLA license preferred but not required.
Above average written and oral communication skills
Project organizational and time management skills
Knowledgeable with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office
Familiar with MDE design regulations for stormwater management, & sediment & erosion control.
Familiarity with Chesapeake Bay Critical Area & waterfront development regulation preferred
Salary Range: $85,000k - $115,000k
For consideration, please forward your resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of “Project Manager”
Junior Water Resources Engineer (EIT)
Posted: 03/2023
Greenbelt, MD - 6305 Ivy Lane, Suite 710
Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc. seeks a career driven Water Resources Engineer to join its Public Sector Division in our Greenbelt, MD office to manage and serve as a technical lead design engineer for all aspects of water resources projects.
Responsibilities
Prepare Construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D under senior engineer/project managers, electronic plan submittals to agencies
Assist PM with all approvals for construction documents
Coordinate with the team, project managers and other disciplines
Perform Utilities coordination
Perform construction observation and inspections
Required Skills and Experience
EIT or equivalent
0-3 years of water resources experience and familiarity with water resources projects including phases of feasibility, conceptual design, construction document preparation, permitting, and construction management and documentation
Familiar with water resources improvements including storm drain and stormwater management retrofits, dam repair and improvements, floodplain analysis and site development plans
Strong writing and speaking skills
Other Desired Skills and Experience
Understanding of permitting processes in the State of Maryland and all local agencies
Knowledge on MD SWM and E&S State and local agencies guidelines/regulation
Familiar with water resources software such as TR-20, TR-55, GISHydro, HEC-1, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1 and 2-D), HY-8
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Experience with Microsoft Project
Experience with ArcGIS
Prince George's County Resident (preferred)
For consideration, please forward your resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of “Junior Water Resources Engineer (EIT)"
Junior Civil Engineer
Posted: 03/2023
Silver Spring, MD Office - 1751 Elton Road, Suite 300
Charles P. Johnson & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer to join its Silver Spring Office. Under the general supervision of a higher-level technical employee, the ideal candidate will perform general civil engineering work, carry out complex technical details, making inspections and prepare simple designs. This is an entry level title in the professional engineering series. Supervision may be exercised over technical and/or clerical staff.
Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree* in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or closely related field OR Bachelor’s Degree* in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or closely related field
One (1) year of work experience which must have involved construction, surveying, design, inspection or estimating.
Responsibilities
Supervises and inspects minor construction and maintenance work on highways, sewers, water mains, storm drains, sidewalks, or other public works projects
Prepares designs for simple engineering projects
Inspects construction materials to see that they conform to specifications
Acts as chief of a survey party
Makes measurements and obtains design data
Obtains data for computation of quantities
Makes surveys for determining payments to contractors.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Sills and Experience
Knowledge of surveying
Understanding of the principles and practices of civil engineering
Knowledge of the methods and equipment used in construction
Ability to perform designing and drafting assignments
Ability to interpret specification and contract essentials
Ability to do mathematical computations as applied to engineering problems
Ability to effectively use computer applications such as computer assisted design programs, spreadsheets, word processing, email and database software
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position
Ability to get along well with others
Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
For consideration, please forward your resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of “Junior Civil Engineer”
Senior Water Resources Engineer
Posted: 1/2023
Greenbelt, MD Office - 6305 Ivy Lane, Suite 710
Charles P. Johnson & Associates seeks a career driven Water Resources Engineer to join its Public Sector Division in our Greenbelt, MD office to manage and serve as a technical lead for all aspects of water resources projects.
Responsibilities
Complete complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
Design water resources improvements including stream restoration, dam improvements, and storm drain and stormwater management retrofits, prepare and obtain all approvals for all construction documents,
Handle client communications,
Manage construction observation and documentation efforts.
Manage engineering/CAD technicians, surveyors, and sub-consultants
Oversee preparation of construction documents.
Required Skills and Experience
Professional engineer’s license in the state of Maryland (or the ability to obtain a Maryland license within three (3) months of hire.
Seven (7) years of water resources experience and must be able to demonstrate intimate knowledge of and experience in the execution of water resources projects including phases of feasibility, conceptual design, construction document preparation, permitting, and construction management and documentation.
Desired Skills and Experience
A familiarity with permitting processes of Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Howard Counties as well as the Maryland State Highway Administration and the Maryland Department of the Environment.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Experience with Microsoft Project
Experience with ArcGIS
Prince George’s County Resident
The Greenbelt Office offers the following:
Free access to office Gym
Shuttle service to both the Metro and MARC at Greenbelt
Close access to the Beltway and 50
Please send resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of "Senior Water Resources Engineer"
Senior Land Development Engineer
Posted: 1/2023
Silver Spring Office, MD - 1751 Elton Road, Suite 300
Charles P. Johnson & Associates seeks a career driven, technology savvy, Senior Engineer to join its Private Sector Division team in our Silver Spring, MD office.
Responsibilities
Prepare site and subdivision plans for residential, commercial and industrial projects in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, to include storm water management, storm drain plans and profiles, outfall analysis, sanitary sewer plans and profiles, water line plans and profiles, water network analysis, public street design, erosion and sediment control plans, fire lane plans, pavement designs, pavement striping and signage plans, maintenance of traffic plans, bond estimates and bond reductions. Assist clients with bonding and permitting procedures. Interact with county agency staff, clients, members of the public and elected and appointed officials. Possible attendance at night meetings.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
5+ years of experience directly related to Maryland land development engineering
Strong skills in using Autodesk Civil 3D
Project organizational and time management skills
Ability to meet client and project goals
Works efficiently to meet project budgets
Handles multiple concurrent projects
Mentor other civil engineering design staff
P.E. license preferred
Experience in Montgomery and Prince Georges County preferred
Please send resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of "Senior Land Development Engineer"
Mid-Level Land Development Engineer
Posted: 10/2022
Annapolis, MD Office - 45 Old Solomons Rd, Suite 204
Charles P. Johnson & Associates seeks a career driven, technology savvy, Senior Engineer to join our Annapolis, MD office.
Job Duties
Prepare site and subdivision plans for residential, commercial and industrial projects in Anne Arundel County, the City of Annapolis, and the Maryland Eastern Shore, to include storm water management, storm sewer plans and profiles, outfall analysis, sanitary sewer plans and profiles, water line plans and profiles, water network analysis, public street design, erosion and sediment control plans, fire lane plans, pavement designs, pavement striping and signage plans, maintenance of traffic plans, bond estimates and bond reductions. Oversee and mentor Junior Engineers. Assist clients with bonding and permitting procedures. Assist other company departments in the preparation of re-zonings, infill lot grading plans and preliminary plats. Interact with County staff, clients, & members of the public. Possible attendance at night meetings. Involvement with industry related associations/organizations will be encouraged.
Required Skills and Experience
4+ years of experience in Maryland land development engineering
PE license preferred but not required.
Above average written and oral communication skills
Project organizational and time management skills
Knowledgeable with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office
Proficient with TR-55 & TR-20 hydrologic analysis methods
Familiar with MDE design regulations for stormwater management, & sediment & erosion control.
Permitting experience in Anne Arundel, and Maryland Eastern Shore
Open to Hybrid Work Schedule
Please send resume to employment@cpja.com with a subject of "AN Mid-Level Land Development Engineer"