Civil Engineer

POSITION SUMMARYDesigns and supervises the civil engineering process (site design, planning, and construction) to ensure the work complies with professional engineering standards, codes, and specifications. Use independent judgment and supervise subordinate staff and subcontractors, throughout the design development and construction process. Assist clients and management with the site development process (site grading, drainage, zoning, utility planning).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.Statement of Tasks

Design and supervise the civil engineering process for clients or corporate management, applying knowledge of site design, planning, stormwater management, construction, zoning, building codes, and building materials.Sell civil engineering services to new and existing clients. Assist clients with master planning, site plan development (grading, drainage, zoning, utilities) budgeting, and committee meetings.Prepare schematic design, engineering proposals, and client correspondence.Create basic design sketches, perspective drawings, preliminary layouts, and/or working construction documents, using computer assisted drafting (AutoCAD Civil 3D) software and plotting/printing equipment.Review, evaluate and assist clients with the selection of professional services (subconsultants).Prepare municipal applications, assist client in obtaining permits, variances, code review, and the site plan approval process.Supervise subordinate design staff's drawings/construction document preparation and subconsultant work, to ensure that civil engineering standards are followed, and drawings meet expected accuracy, completeness, and quality requirements.Conduct periodic site visits to monitor projects and ensure compliance with design and client's intent.Review monthly project invoices with Design Department Manager.Assist with project close-out process (punch list and as-built drawings) as necessary.Attend applicable continuing education seminars to maintain engineering license and stay current on industry trends.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONSEducation: BA/BS Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.Experience: Prefer 8 years' experience in civil engineering with a minimum of 5 years' supervisory experience.Certificates, Licenses & Registrations: LEED - AP; Licensed Professional Engineer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Knowledge:

Engineering principles/practices, AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting or related experience, supervision; master planning; sustainable design, LEED - AP building practices, contracting practices, building code, zoning review, MIOSHA/OSHA guidelines, MS Office Suite software, grading, drainage, utilities, and the site plan approval process.

Skill/Ability:

Read and interpret engineering/architectural documentation.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and vendors.Provide engineering support to Project Managers and Field Staff.Prepare design fee proposals and client correspondence.Prepare municipal applications. Assist clients with permits, master planning, code review, zoning; utilities; budgeting, committee meetings, progress meetings, and site plan approval.Supervise subordinate staff from design development through project construction.Manage project design/engineering changes.Prepare accurate detailed drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D software package, plotters, and printers.Communicate effectively and conduct periodic site visits to ensure construction meets design/engineering requirements.Maintain engineering license.Out-of-town travel as required.Multi-task and establish priorities.Maintain complete, readily accessible files.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sit, talk, and hear.Stand or walk on uneven terrain.Finger dexterity to complete paperwork and utilize keyboard/mouse.Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl.Lift and/or move up to thirty pounds.Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions while inspecting the project.The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.Primarily standard office environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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