Civil Engineer II
Clark Nexsen
United States, Virginia, Richmond
1111 East Main Street (Show on map)
Jun 11, 2025
Description
A Civil Engineer II will be responsible for assisting in various aspects of the Civil engineering portion of a project while working under the supervision and guidance of a licensed Civil Engineer. Typical responsibilities include tasks associated with designing land development projects. This person will work in stand-alone and multi-discipline design teams supervised by senior engineers and project managers on projects of all sizes.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Performing various aspects of Civil design as directed by a Senior Civil Engineer including conceptual studies, design analyses, calculations, site design for buildings or subdivisions, design for infrastructure projects, and design related to a business development activity such as a response to a Request for Proposal (RFP).
Preparation of programming documents, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents as directed
Coordination and communication with design team members to ensure the Civil design details integrate properly with the work of all other project disciplines
Preparation of marketing and presentation materials as directed
Performing Civil services associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments and opening and tabulating bids as directed
Performing Civil services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings as directed
Complying with quality control policies and procedures
Learn and implement department and company standards
Develop analysis and design skills
Participating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members
Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Senior Engineers, Project Managers and Design Managers
Working with a team of architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architects
Project responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Perform tasks as directed by senior staff
Responsible for document organization and clarity
Responsible for discipline drawing coordination
Completing sections and details produced to a schematic-level of completion by the Engineer
Creating schematic-level site layout and grading plans for projects of low to moderate complexity
Creating schematic level roadway layout and grading plans
Development of manual calculations and analytical models for Civil analysis and design purposes
Participate in developing a model of the site design and utilities in Civil 3D on projects where modeling is a requirement
Assist with preparing LEED templates on projects where LEED certification is a requirement
Adhere to project budget and schedule
Education, Technology, and Experience
Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
Civil Engineering
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
Civil Engineering Technology
Post-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering-related degree may be given additional consideration
Completed or be in a position to complete the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and all other state requirements for certification as an EIT is preferred.
A Civil Engineer II should have 2-4 years of specific, post-graduation, Civil engineering experience that includes experience with designing a site, roadway, subdivision, or utilities; development of manual calculations and analytical models for Civil analysis and design purposes; development of construction documents (drawings and specifications), coordination with other design team members, and experience in responding to construction phase queries and submittals.
Pursuing Professional Engineer licensure (PE) within 36 months of being hired.
Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices and pursuing LEED AP accreditation is desirable
Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process
Active membership in NSPE, ASCE or other related professional organizations is desirable
A Civil Engineer II should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, and information management.
Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to prepare effective and concise documents and correspondence.
Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole
Be dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession
Physical Requirements
Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. The work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Workplace Flexibility
We have selected two common days in the office to nurture collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility and be set between you and your supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Clark Nexsen
United States, Virginia, Richmond
1111 East Main Street (Show on map)
Jun 11, 2025
Description
A Civil Engineer II will be responsible for assisting in various aspects of the Civil engineering portion of a project while working under the supervision and guidance of a licensed Civil Engineer. Typical responsibilities include tasks associated with designing land development projects. This person will work in stand-alone and multi-discipline design teams supervised by senior engineers and project managers on projects of all sizes.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Performing various aspects of Civil design as directed by a Senior Civil Engineer including conceptual studies, design analyses, calculations, site design for buildings or subdivisions, design for infrastructure projects, and design related to a business development activity such as a response to a Request for Proposal (RFP).
Preparation of programming documents, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents as directed
Coordination and communication with design team members to ensure the Civil design details integrate properly with the work of all other project disciplines
Preparation of marketing and presentation materials as directed
Performing Civil services associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments and opening and tabulating bids as directed
Performing Civil services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings as directed
Complying with quality control policies and procedures
Learn and implement department and company standards
Develop analysis and design skills
Participating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members
Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Senior Engineers, Project Managers and Design Managers
Working with a team of architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architects
Project responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Perform tasks as directed by senior staff
Responsible for document organization and clarity
Responsible for discipline drawing coordination
Completing sections and details produced to a schematic-level of completion by the Engineer
Creating schematic-level site layout and grading plans for projects of low to moderate complexity
Creating schematic level roadway layout and grading plans
Development of manual calculations and analytical models for Civil analysis and design purposes
Participate in developing a model of the site design and utilities in Civil 3D on projects where modeling is a requirement
Assist with preparing LEED templates on projects where LEED certification is a requirement
Adhere to project budget and schedule
Education, Technology, and Experience
Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
Civil Engineering
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
Civil Engineering Technology
Post-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering-related degree may be given additional consideration
Completed or be in a position to complete the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and all other state requirements for certification as an EIT is preferred.
A Civil Engineer II should have 2-4 years of specific, post-graduation, Civil engineering experience that includes experience with designing a site, roadway, subdivision, or utilities; development of manual calculations and analytical models for Civil analysis and design purposes; development of construction documents (drawings and specifications), coordination with other design team members, and experience in responding to construction phase queries and submittals.
Pursuing Professional Engineer licensure (PE) within 36 months of being hired.
Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices and pursuing LEED AP accreditation is desirable
Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process
Active membership in NSPE, ASCE or other related professional organizations is desirable
A Civil Engineer II should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, and information management.
Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to prepare effective and concise documents and correspondence.
Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole
Be dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession
Physical Requirements
Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. The work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Workplace Flexibility
We have selected two common days in the office to nurture collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility and be set between you and your supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job ID: 481277372
Originally Posted on: 6/14/2025
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