Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Civil Project Engineer to join our Civil Engineering Department. This candidate should be committed to design excellence, possess the ability to manage project deadlines, establish and maintain client relationships, and inspire a high level of performance from the team.

ResponsibilitiesPlan, develop, and coordinate projects with limited supervisionUnderstand, review, and participate in preparing proposalsCalculate and review costs and time schedules for proposed workEffectively manage, assign duties, and schedule assigned team membersCheck all technical work for accuracyExceed client's expectations and foster client relationships by collaborating and problem-solving with the client as neededCommunicate with clients weekly to provide project status and updatesRecommend changes to the client as required and as approved by the Department/Project ManagerKeep logs of client contactsEnsure individual and department QA/QC procedures are followedFully permit and ensure entitlements of projects, including rezoning, special use permits, conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and required construction drawing approvals and permitsSupervise Civil Designers assigned to projects/teams and ensure all responsibilities of the designer are carried out efficiently and effectivelyAssist in the review and processing of invoices for assigned projects and sub-consultantsEngage in business development by maintaining existing client relationships and acquiring new contacts/clients through attendance at local meetings, workshops, and/or social eventsEssential SkillsBSCE and Professional Licensure or pursuing5+ years of experience on various site design projects, including retail, commercial, and public sector projectsSpecific design experience with site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water & sewer utilities, and erosion controlFamiliarity with entitlement processes and local permitting regulationsExperience with technical software including Autodesk Civil 3D 2015 or newer, Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs/Express Extensions, WaterCAD, and Microsoft ExcelStrong written and verbal communication skillsEffective collaboration skillsTeam player with a willingness to adapt and learn new responsibilities and tasksAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience with municipal engineering, site design, wastewater management, and civil site designKnowledge of project management, stormwater design, water resources, civil engineering drafting, and erosion controlWork Environment

The individual will be working out the new office in Durham, which currently consists of 6 individuals with plans to grow. The firm has a total of 160 individuals, with the majority based in Hillsborough. Looking to add talent to our Durham office.

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