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Summary

The Civil Design Engineer is responsible for performing full calculations and comprehensive design services for a variety of civil engineering and site development projects with limited oversight. The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, demonstrate a desire to learn new design concepts, apply judgement and discretion, and have excellent organizational and communication skills. A successful Civil Design Engineer demonstrates full proficiency with drafting fundamentals and AutoCAD Civil 3D design software. Other duties include making site visits, coordinating with clients and approval agencies, preparing construction documents, estimating construction costs, and preparing written reports. Will also delegate tasks and mentor those with less experience. This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) - Proficient Market Sector Software (AutoCAD/C3D, HydroCAD, AutoTurn/Vehicle Tracking) - Developing Technical Expertise Intermediate understanding of technical fundamentals Performs moderately complex design tasks independently; effectively divides projects into individual tasks Leads technical effort on small projects Performs quality control of basic deliverables Teamwork

Team player able to follow on large, complex projects and lead a small team on simple tasks. Anticipate the needs of other technical disciplines and takes responsibility for their results.

Project Delivery

Produces the following independently:

Identify design criteria Site layout and grading Utility plans and profiles Street plans and profiles Tentative plans Permitting exhibits Construction plans Traffic control plans Erosion control plans Quantity takeoffs Specifications Technical reports and memos Storm calculations ADA designs Offsite improvements designs Permit applications Construction details and notes Services during construction (RFI and submittal review, construction observation and inspection, and record drawings) Understanding Budget and Schedule

Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort. Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Proficiently selects from and employs the following design codes:

Local jurisdiction Local DOT PROWAG ASTM AWWA MUTCD DEQ Client Interaction

Frequent client communications. Resolves issues on small projects. Attends client meetings. Consistently uses situationally appropriate communication tools (e.g., email versus phone versus in-person).

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work/Accountability

Performs moderate to advanced levels of technical work on larger and more complex projects as assigned by the market sector. Operates with a moderate level of autonomy. May assist with some project management tasks.

Supervisory Duties

None

Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree required Years of experience required: 4 years Years of experience required with advanced degree: 3 years Certificates, Licenses, Registrations PE required Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary Range: $87,822.00 to $131.733.00

Geographical locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.