What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Civil Engineer position at Pennoni?
Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm founded six decades ago. We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available and learn how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape to make them a part of resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse and iconic projects around the globe.
Pennoni is currently seeking a Staff Civil Engineer in West Chester, PA. This role is ideal for a candidate who is seeking an opportunity to display their technical expertise, while gaining project management skills and be client-facing.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee the development of Land Development Plans; this includes the preparation of engineering design drawings, technical specification, and engineering reports (from schematic design through construction).
- Coordinate permits through regulatory agencies for large scale, complex projects.
- Perform zoning interpretation and prepare feasibility studies, drawings, specifications, and reports.
- Contribute to stormwater management design: Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling, Erosion and Sediment Control (E&SC) planning, etc.
- Utilize advanced understanding of ordinances / regulations (local, state, & federal) as well as the relevant permitting process(es) to ensure compliance.
- Engage with regulatory agencies.
- Manage all aspects of project efforts and interface with clients.
- Nurture existing client relationships as well as developing new clients.
- Mentor junior-level staff.
- Provide quality control of staff design & reports.
- Prepare proposals and track project budgets for profitability.
- Additional duties may be assigned, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering).
- 4 years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with land development projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- FE / EIT.
- Experience working on land development and infrastructure improvement projects.
- Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, project management software, etc.); exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bluebeam is a plus!
- Experience with stormwater management (SWM) design calculations, especially while utilizing H&H modeling tools.
- Proficiency on standard office software applications: Microsoft Office 365 (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, etc.
- Proven ability to look at the “Big Picture” as well the project goals in order to coordinate various design disciplines accordingly.
- Proven track record of demonstrating punctuality with consistent attendance.
- Proven ability to work in an energetic & challenging team environment as a collaborative Team Player, especially while maintaining the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Proven ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills, especially when working on a variety of projects while providing solutions to difficult issues.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
Why Work With Us?
At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm, offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.
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