Purpose

Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes or methods.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under very limited supervision requiring the need to exercise independent judgement and discretion on a regular or frequent basis.
• Position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but will serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship. May occasionally assist in delegation of assignments or provide feedback to managers.
• Assist in recruiting and training younger staff and CAD drafters.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Work with senior level engineers, clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering project issues.

Do the Work

• Use advanced techniques, theory precepts and practices in the civil engineering field and related sciences and disciplines. 
• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of large land/site development. 
• Serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide direction, guidance and delegation of assignments. 
• Serve as technical specialist and liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues. 
• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work and calculations, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project. 
• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications. 
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. 
• Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes or methods. 
• Create own design work using computer-aided or manual drafting techniques. 
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of projects. 
• Perform field investigation or inspections. 
• Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the design/plan/review of other civil engineering projects. 
• Review plans and prepare/review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates. 
• Assist with the development of plans, specifications, and reports.

Success Metrics and Competencies

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate...

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team. 
• High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude. 
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality. 
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail. 
• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company. 
• Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients. 
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos. 
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization. 
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. 
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field. 
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Five to seven (5-7) years’ experience in the land development industry. 
• Land Development engineering experience and skills; large- and small-scale drainage and BMP design preferred. 
• Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as Civil3D in a professional or academic setting. 
• Proficiency with reading construction plans. 
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, AES, CIVILD, WSPGW, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS preferred. 
• Proficient with Storm Drain Modeling and Rational Method Hydrologic Calculations.
• Proficient with Open Channel & Detention Basin Modeling and Design.
• Proficient with HEC-RAS modeling and CLOMR/LOMR applications and processing.
• Experience researching zoning, development standards, development review processes, compliance matters, regulations, and standards.
• Prepare reports, narratives, development applications, submittal documents, and response letters.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate on multiple projects, with multiple clients and sub-consultants. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects). 

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment, which can consist of possible bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. 
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Some outdoor work environment and may be exposed to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards. 
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds. 
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds. 
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder. 

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice. 

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