10+ years of experience in site design and regulatory permitting
Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or biosystems engineering
Professional Engineering license required
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and team leadership for CAD design
Ability to understand construction drawings and specifications
Responsibilities
Design site layout plans for water/wastewater projects
Lead conceptual and preliminary design efforts including field visits
Perform hydraulic calculations and contribute to modeling
Coordinate with regulatory officials and in-house design teams
Prepare technical memos, reports, and design documents
Support construction by reviewing contractor submittals and conducting inspections
Conduct site reconnaissance and field investigations
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision
Pre-tax flexible spending plans for various expenses
Short and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
Generous paid holidays and paid time off
Employer-contributed 401(k) plan with financial support
Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a Civil Engineer for our Atlanta office to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects with a strong focus on site design. This role involves both hands-on work in site layout, yard piping systems, grading, paving, roadways, and stormwater infrastructure, as well as managing various stages of project development, from conceptual design to construction support.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop site layout plans including yard piping, roadways, grading, stormwater systems, and paving for water/wastewater projects.
Lead conceptual and preliminary design efforts, including field visits, data collection, alternatives analysis, and technical reporting.
Perform hydraulic calculations and contribute to hydraulic modeling tasks.
Coordinate with regulatory officials as well as in-house design disciplines (Process, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, Architectural, etc.) and other offices/regions to ensure site design and permitting incorporates all necessary aspects of project.
Coordinate work with sub-consultants and ensure design integration.
Prepare technical memoranda, reports, and design deliverables.
Provide construction-phase support by reviewing contractor submittals, responding to RFIs, and performing field inspections.
Lead site reconnaissance and field investigations.
Occasional local and regional travel required.
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in the design and regulatory permitting of site plans, stormwater collection systems, and erosion control.
Bachelor of Science in civil, environmental, or biosystems engineering.
Professional Engineering license.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
Technical proficiency in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and leading CAD teams for the design of site layout, grading, drainage, and yard piping.
Proficient in all computer software typically used (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
Able to easily move around active construction site safely and effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in site/civil design and permitting for water and wastewater treatment plants and conveyance projects.
Familiarity with site survey practices, shop drawing review, and construction administration / field inspections.
Experience or familiarity with Revit/BIM, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software, and Autodesk Vehicle Tracking.
Knowledge of local utility codes and permitting procedures.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance
Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location
