Civil Project Designer

Overview:

Since 1999, Core States Group has collaborated with clients to create a world where all environments improve everyday life. With 24 offices in the United States and Canada, the company designs, builds, and manages projects and programs across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Headquartered in West Chester, PA, Core States Group offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world's most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver compelling design and drive speed to market. The company is industry-recognized for expertise across several markets, including convenience, corporate, distributed generation, financial, grocery, housing, industrial, restaurants, retail, semiconductor, and ZEV infrastructure. For more information, visit www.core-states.com.

Summary of Position:

As a Civil Project Designer, supporting our Architecture and Engineering business unit, you will be responsible for designing and drafting Civil Engineering projects under the guidance of Professional Civil Engineers. This includes: site layout, utility design and profiles, erosion and sediment control, SWPPP preparation and stormwater management. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with Architects, MEP Engineers, Structural Engineers, and Construction Project Managers. You will be responsible for the production of civil engineering construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements, and site adjustments.

Who you are:

You demonstrate strong communication and enjoy fostering strong relationships. You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes which offer better ideas, thus supporting innovation. You align with business objectives. You want to be part of a strong culture that is built upon respect and teamwork. You are professional, accountable and commit to learning. You align with our Core Values of: Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Apply civil engineering concepts to develop solutions to project challenges.
• Preparation of construction plans, cost estimates, reports, and other project documents.
• Preparation of grading plans, profiles, road design, and details using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Research regulatory requirements and design standards.
• Perform detailed and complex calculations for storm water facilities, utility systems, and roadway improvement.
• Conduct site feasibility research, site visit investigations, and generate reports.
• Respond to construction RFI's and submittals.
• Coordinate the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction through all phases of the project.
• Attend project meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required
• E.I.T. preferred, P.E. in Civil Engineering a plus
• 0-3 years of site/civil production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail, hospitality, and/or fueling
• MS Office required
• Experience with or willingness to learn Civil3D, TR-20, TR-55, HEC-1, HydroCAD, Hydraflow, HEC-RAS, and WaterCAD for site development.

Team:

You will work with a team of Design Engineers, Professional Engineers and Project Managers.

Work Location:

This is a hybrid (3 days a week in office) role based out of our Philadelphia, PA office.

Benefits:

• COMPENSATION - Competitive wages and bonus programs
• RETIREMENT - We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE - Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION - Generous PTO time to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS - Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half-day Fridays during summer months + much more!
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE - A flexible work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance, whether you're in the office, working remotely, or somewhere in between.
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE - Four weeks of fully paid parental leave to give you time to bond with your new addition and support your growing family.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT - Advance your education with support! We offer tuition reimbursement to support your learning journey.

Note: Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.