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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Lead Civil/Site Development Engineer

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$98K/yr - $175K/yr

7+ years exp

WSP is a leading professional services firm seeking a Lead Civil/Site Development Engineer to join their Power & Energy team. The role involves developing site layouts, managing stormwater systems, and supervising less experienced engineers while collaborating on diverse projects.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop site layout, grading, storm water management, vehicular circulation, underground utilities, retaining walls, and wastewater management

Earthwork and Erosion Control Calculations to avoid unnecessary environmental impact and cost

Exposure and experience in a wide range of power plant technologies including biomass, municipal waste, geothermal, hydrogen, fossil fuel, carbon capture, battery energy storage, hydro, and solar

Surveying, Geotechnical, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and discipline coordination

Maintaining good working relationships with internal groups that support projects

Maintaining good working relationships with clients, material suppliers, contractors, and any others that affect the quality, schedule and cost of projects

Hydrology and Hydraulic Calculations and Studies to design stormwater management systems including detention and infiltration systems to prevent environmental impacts of flooding

Supervise and mentor less experienced Engineers and CAD Designers

Participate and lead business development activities for company and Civil Discipline

Interface with State and Local permitting agencies and construction entities for US and international projects

Perform detailed engineering reviews of the work submitted by others

Coordinate regularly with the Project Engineer/Manager to ensure project scope, budget, and quality expectations are met

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Qualification

Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer LicenseAutodesk Civil 3DHydroCADSite DesignStormwater ManagementProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeEffective CommunicationLeadership Skills

Required

BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering) degree from an ABET accredited university

7+ years' of relevant post education experience as a civil engineer

The ideal candidate will have experience working in consulting firms

Professional Engineer License

Experience in site design for utilities, industrial facilities, municipal infrastructure, storm drainage and stormwater management design, site grading, roadway and utility design, sanitary sewer design and analysis, construction specification development and development of construction bid packages

Proficient with various engineering design tools and software. Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D and stormwater design software HydroCAD. Effective managing Civil3D CADD designers

Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite

Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment

Efficient communications and ability to work with team members not located in the same office through MS Teams, email, and/or telephone calls

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Power plant and substation site design experience

Proficient with various engineering design tools and software. Specifically, Autodesk Civil 3D and stormwater design software like HydroCAD

Surveying and Retaining wall design experience

Managerial and leadership skills a plus, desire to become an Area Lead

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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10001+ employees

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