Colliers Engineering & Design · 1 month ago
Civil/Site Engineering Designer III
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $102K/yr
5+ years expColliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Designer to join our Civil/Site team in Albany, NY. The Engineering Designer will utilize engineering skills to perform design tasks including grading and drainage designs associated with development projects.
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Responsibilities
Review of municipal zoning and land development ordinances and applicable agency regulations to determine land development limitations for the property
Site Investigation & Due Diligence includes the review of ordinances, utility service research, outside agency regulations and site visits to establish comprehensive development guidelines
Preparation of Concept Drawings based upon client’s development objectives and conclusions of due diligence. Involves preparation of concept plan, including coordination with AutoCAD draftsmen
Leadership role in the review and design of Stormwater Management & Stormwater Conveyance Systems including use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydrology design software
Skills should include preparation of pipe sizing calculations for stormwater conveyance systems including drainage area maps
Surface runoff coefficients, invert, slope, velocity & hydraulic grade line evaluation using the Rational Method & Manning’s Equation
Grading Design to ensure value engineering is achieved through earthwork analysis, and site safety is accomplished through the use of appropriate design slopes
Subdivision and site plan design and layout
Design of Utility Systems including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer service, pump station design, water, gas, telephone service, etc. Also involves determination and resolution of vertical and horizontal utility conflicts that may exist
Soil Erosion & Sediment Control Design including stability calculations, Best Management Practices, swale design, spillway design, and determination of construction sequence
Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings as required for bonding and client purposes
Ability to work independently, as well as, lead a team of other engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
5+ years of related experience to land development or civil/site engineering
EIT required
Knowledge of the local municipal, county and state land use, planning and zoning processes and regulations
Excellent verbal and written and communication skills
Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs
Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion
Self-starter who can work independently and with team members
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions
Preferred
PE preferred
Benefits
Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid pregnancy disability leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth
Paid time off that includes parental and military leave
Employee referral and professional license bonuses
Reimbursement for education
A free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
Mentorship program
Wellness program
Women’s Organization
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities
Company
Colliers Engineering & Design
Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.
1001-5000 employees
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