Description Position at Somers West Development

SBM is searching for a Staff Engineer to join their team! The Staff Engineer for Somers West will assist in the planning, design, and oversight of construction documents and projects, ensuring they meet standards, budgets, and project specifications. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of land development, including civil engineering, cost estimating, planning and entitlements. 

Responsibilities:   

Assist senior project managers in the planning, design, and execution of land development projects. Understand basic engineering principles and perform basic technical calculations and analysis to support project requirements. 
Coordinate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met within the set timeframe and budget. 
Assist in the preparation and submission of various submittal packages for approval by regulatory agencies and local authorities. 
Review and interpret various regulatory requirements and ensure plans comply with all necessary standards. 
Communicate with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary permits, approvals, and entitlements and address any comments or concerns with guidance from the project managers. 
Review and summarize due diligence materials and assist in developing the land planning and development strategy for new projects. 
Assist with scheduling meetings and activities for internal teams and with external stakeholders. 
Prepare project schedules for planning and development work. 
Conduct site visits to collect data, monitor construction progress. 
Analyze reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to assist in planning and designing projects. 
Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics. 
Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met. 
Prepare project reports, cost estimates, and material specifications. 
Assist with environmental impact assessments and other regulatory compliance requirements. 
Use civil engineering software (AutoCAD) and Blue Beam to extract data and create exhibits. 
Participate in project planning meetings and provide input on design and construction processes. 
Maintain accurate project documentation and records. 
Assist in the preparation of project budgets and schedules. 
Conduct research to support project design and development. 
Participate in project meetings and provide input on technical aspects and project progress. 
Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineers and project managers

Qualifications:  

May required to have a valid driver’s licenseStrong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – not afraid to make phone calls, negotiate, and over communicate both internally and externally with consultants and stakeholders. 
Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, and Blue Beam a must. 
Independently motivated and keen to work with a team- able to work independently on assigned project, assist teammates, and ask for help from teammates when needed. 
Diligence, strong organizational skills and extreme attention to detail. detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy. 
Familiarity with local land development regulations and standards is a plus. 
Ability to complete tasks and project requests on time and without delay according to the outlined scope, budget, and timeline with experience seeing projects through kick-off to construction start. 
Ability to read, analyze, and translate/summarize civil and building construction drawings – including civil, landscape, irrigation, dry utility plans. 
Ability to read, analyze, and translate/summarize government and legal codes/statutes, including 
Conditions of Approval, Land Use/Zoning, Development Ordinances, and Technical Reports. 
Initiative and bias for action, on-time delivery, and operational excellence. 
Ability to take constructive criticism and course correction. 
Ability to travel to project sites as needed. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in engineering, construction permitting, entitlements, land use, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to travel to remote sites (10% travel time)  Ability to handle/pick up/ transport large format exhibits. Ability to occasionally lift 20-30 lbs.Ability to operate office equipment (printers/conference room equipment/etc.) and be generally technically savvy.

Compensation: $92,000 - $102,000 per year

Shift: Full Time

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