Civil Engineering · Iowa State University

Jack D. Filips

Civil Engineering Senior seeking full-time opportunities — roadway design, transmission line engineering, structural inspection, and construction management.

Professional Summary

Civil engineering senior at Iowa State University (expected graduation: December 2026) seeking a full-time opportunity. Hands-on experience across roadway design, transmission line engineering, structural inspection, and construction management gained through five internships with engineering and construction firms.

Areas of Expertise, Knowledge Areas & Software

MS Office (Excel, Word)
Civil 3D — Plans & Layout
Bluebeam
Construction Safety
PLSS-CAD
Civil 3D — Storm
Civil Quantities Estimating
MicroStation / ORD
ArcGIS
Primavera P6
Project Management
Customer Service
Apple Software Suite
Technical Problem-Solving
Surveying

Experience Highlights

Professional Experience

Civil Engineering Intern — Overhead Transmission Burns & McDonnell, Kansas City, MO May 2026 – Aug 2026
  • Assisted in the end-to-end design of high-voltage transmission line projects, from conceptual phase through design completion and construction packages.
  • Designed key transmission line components, including plan-and-profile drawings, structure load diagrams, and foundation drawings to meet project requirements.
  • Modified and reviewed production drawings for a variety of high-voltage overhead transmission line projects (69–500 kV).
  • Performed measurements and calculations for public- and private-sector clients across multiple transmission line projects.
  • Applied foundational civil engineering concepts, principles, practices, and NESC codes.
Project Engineer Intern Accelablue Engineering, Omaha, NE Jun 2025 – Aug 2025
  • Assisted with on-site structural inspections of residential and commercial buildings.
  • Assisted in writing technical reports used in client consultations and regulatory compliance.
  • Reviewed and advised on project plans, schedule outlines, and budgets.
  • Assisted with RFIs, ASIs, submittals, proposal requests, and closeout documentation.
  • Utilized Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Outlook for project communication.
Roadway Intern HDR, Omaha, NE May–Aug 2023 & May–Aug 2024
  • Prepared plans for multiple roadway, highway improvement, and utility relocation projects using local (state, county, city) and AASHTO standards.
  • Performed highway/roadway design using Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and MicroStation.
  • Designed stormwater systems for roadway projects.
  • Integrated Civil 3D and ArcGIS for client deliverables and submittals.
  • Conducted geotechnical soil stability testing and oversight for pavement and utility borings.
  • Prepared cost estimates for construction packages on DOT and city projects.
  • Reviewed project drawings, specifications, submittals, and RFIs for previously completed projects.
Construction Management Intern Hawkins Construction Co., Omaha, NE Apr 2022 – Aug 2022
  • Oversaw general construction of concrete structures per plans and specifications.
  • Performed pre-concrete inspections on roadway paving, bridge structures, and box culverts.
  • Assisted in preparing Daily Construction Reports (DCRs).
  • Assisted in implementing the site safety program and construction safety protocols.
  • Reviewed contract and site drawings and specifications to ensure proper coordination and installation.
Business Owner Omaha Power Spray, Omaha, NE Apr 2019 – Present
  • Estimate, bid, and perform power-washing projects on driveways and decks throughout Omaha.
  • Designed and built the OmahaSpray.com and BluePlainsSolution.com websites, and established the LLC.

Education

Iowa State University Civil Engineering Student, Ames, IA — GPA 3.30
University of Canterbury Semester Abroad, Christchurch, New Zealand
University of Nebraska Omaha College Coursework, Omaha, NE
Westside High School High School Graduate, Class of 2022, Omaha, NE

Scholarships & Clubs

National Honor Society ISU Excellence Scholarship ISU Engineering Merit Scholarship APAI Scholarship Recipient ASCE Member TKE Fraternity Officer