Civil Project Engineer- Austin, TX (Hybrid or Remote)Job Summary:The candidate's primary role will be a Civil Project Engineer, which requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team collaborating with project clients and consultants. Experience and capabilities preferably include training, education, engineering proficiency, technical skills, and some project management for varying civil engineering project types and sizes. The Candidate will be required to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service, and shall be; resourceful and flexible completing tasks, effective at handling multiple tasks and projects, have good computer skills, have strong presentation, written, and verbal skills, and be able to effectively delegate or be delegated to while working in a collaborative format with multiple teams or team members. The position is seeking a candidate with experience in designing infrastructure and site development and planning in the following key categories:
- Higher Education
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing/Industrial/Warehouses
- Municipal
- Commercial/Retail
- Data Centers/Mission Critical/Essential Facilities
Responsibilities: - Lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects (e.g. - data collection, feasibility, zoning compliance, grading, stormwater management, utilities, roadways and parking lots, road access, exterior lighting, erosion & sediment control, etc.)
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables from concept through construction
- Coordinate with surveyors, architects, planners, jurisdictions of authority, and environmental consultants/agencies
- Prepare construction documents (CD's, plans/details) in AutoCAD and technical specifications
- Assist clients with development permits and project compliance
- Communicate design recommendations to clients, project team members, and bidders/contractors during presentations, meetings, via email, and by phone as necessary.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and regulatory or permitting agencies
- Prepare, review, and coordinate construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications to satisfy project requirements
- Work independently on projects or lead a project team with other technical staff to design and detail civil engineering needs, assuring that the work is accurate and coordinated and that the quality control and assurance standards have been followed
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and engineering standards for civil engineering and site planning
- Participate in onsite observations, information gathering, and interaction with clients and contractors both during the design and construction phases of the projects
- Represent the firm in meetings and/or hearings with clients, municipalities, and public agencies
- Support business development through proposal writing and client presentations
- Stay abreast of new design and analysis technologies, software, and construction standards through continuing education activities and research
- Perform civil design calculations, analysis, and assessments following office documentation standards.
Qualifications and Experience:- A Bachelor of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field is required.
- Candidates must have passed or plan to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
- Four (4) to seven (7) years of work experience in civil engineering.
- Candidates should have familiarity or experience with common civil analysis and design software (HydroCAD, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, OpenFlows, InfoDrainage, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, & etc.).
- Candidates must be proficient in AutoCAD or Civil3D.
- A licensed professional engineer is preferred but not required.
- This opportunity is intended to be a hybrid full-time position (3 days in the office/2 days remote), but other arrangements will be considered depending upon the qualifications and circumstances of the Candidate.
Advantageous Experience: - Site planning and land-use development
- Grading, utility, and drainage plans
- Stormwater management modeling, analysis, design, and reports
- Stormwater pollution prevention plans and erosion & sediment control plans
- Pressure and gravity distribution systems (stormwater, water, and wastewater)
- Pump stations and pump curves
- Roadway and parking design
- Development permits and zoning compliance
- Field measurements, surveyor coordination, and data collection
- Familiarity with geotechnical reports, subsurface testing, soil assessments and logs, infiltration testing, and soil mechanics
- Familiarity with legal documentation for properties (easements, deeds, R.O.W.'s etc.)
- Public speaking/hearings/presentations/Client representation
- Exterior lighting and photometric plans
- Vehicle/truck maneuvering diagrams
Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid or Remote)
Travel: Project-Related Travel: Up to 15% (nationally)
Compensation & Benefits: The expected base salary range for this role is
$100,000 - $130,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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