Civil Engineer

Cumming Group

• $120K — $160K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 8 years of professional experience in civil design, with emphasis on educational facilities
  • Proficient in AutoCAD software for civil design
  • Strong skills in MS Office Suite for project documentation
  • Valid California Professional Engineer license required

Responsibilities

  • Assist in defining and reviewing project scope and schedule for educational facility projects
  • Perform complex civil engineering work related to planning, design, and construction of District facilities
  • Apply engineering principles to develop project scope, budget, and design coordination
  • Provide technical direction to architects and engineers about site development standards
  • Manage contracts and task orders for civil engineering and surveying services
  • Review engineering plans for compliance with District policies and applicable codes
  • Direct site development studies for grading, utility improvements, and project feasibility

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program support
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a Civil Engineer located in the Los Angeles, CA area. This position will support K-12 educational facility projects and will put you at the forefront of building the educational future for the Los Angeles community. We encourage those seeking a challenging role that will give them ample opportunity to engage and impact the community with their talents to apply. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Assists in defining and reviewing the Project Requirement Document scope of work and schedule including interim housing requirements. - Performs highly complex civil engineering work related to the planning, design, and construction of District facilities and site improvements; provides technical direction to District personnel, commissioned architects, and consulting engineers; and certifies civil engineering design plans. - Apply civil engineering principles, practices, processes, and procedures to the planning, design, and construction of FSD projects, including project scope development, budget preparation, design review, and technical coordination with District and external professional staff. - Provides technical direction to commissioned architects and consulting civil engineers regarding District policies, standards, and design guidelines for site development, including grading, paving, fencing, parking layouts, streets, storm drainage, sewer systems, and other site improvements associated with new construction and major alterations to existing facilities and sites. - Provides technical direction to personnel within the Civil Engineering Unit in the preparation and review of project scope documents, topographic surveys, design drawings, specifications, and related technical documents. - Obtains and manages contracts and task orders for civil engineering, land surveying, and related professional services. - Reviews civil engineering plans, specifications, and related documents prepared by commissioned architects and consulting engineers for conformance with District policies, standards, design guidelines, applicable codes, and project requirements; identifies conflicts with other architectural and engineering features and directs or recommends necessary revisions. - Develops, updates, and maintains civil engineering standards, guidelines, and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety requirements, and industry practices and to promote quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in construction, maintenance, and operation. - Directs and reviews site development studies to determine the feasibility and estimated cost of site grading, street improvements, utility improvements, and other civil engineering requirements associated with property acquisition and development. - Provides technical advice and resolves civil engineering issues encountered during construction; advises contractors, commissioned architects and engineers, District construction inspectors, and other project personnel regarding civil engineering requirements and field conditions. - Provides professional certification of civil engineering designs and documents for assigned District and commissioned projects, as authorized by applicable professional licensing requirements. - Coordinates with the City of Los Angeles and civil engineering consultants to obtain review and approval of drawings and permits for off-site improvements adjacent to District school sites, including B-Permit and A-Permit work such as sidewalks, driveways, bus drop-offs, ADA curb ramps, and related improvements; coordinates permit closeout activities. - Assists the Real Estate Department with civil engineering matters related to property transactions, including preparation and review of legal descriptions, determination of easements, updating of parcel maps, and closure of street vacations. Required Education and Experience: - Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. - A minimum of eight (8) years full time paid professional experience in civil design on commercial or public agency projects, preferably in educational facilities. - Experience in AutoCAD software design. - Proficiency in office computer software (MS Office Suite). - A valid license as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering issued by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required. #LI-NH1 The salary range for this full-time role is $120,200.00-$160,266.69 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements. In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including: - Medical - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - 401(k) - 401(k) Matching - Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays - Short and long-term disability - Employee Assistance Program

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