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Tetra Tech · 1 day ago

Senior Civil Engineer Department Lead

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Level Engineer/Project Manager to lead a civil engineering group focused on stormwater management, water/wastewater infrastructure design, and land development.

ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Act as EOR/PE in responsible charge for various civil engineering projects

Act as Project Manager in multi-disciplined projects in the preparation of construction drawings, details, specifications, calculations, and engineers' estimates of probable construction costs

Provide (or lead) design, analysis, and oversight in various areas to include:

Stormwater management facilities for municipalities and other entities

Sustainable green infrastructure, including subsurface storage and infiltration, bioretention basins, bioswales, green streets, and constructed wetlands

Drainage projects across the spectrum of civil engineering

Natural resources mitigation and restoration, i.e. stream restoration, wetland restoration, living shoreline restoration, etc

By utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce grading plans, alignments, profiles, cut-fill volumes, surfaces, pipe networks, etc

Provide oversight and guidance in all areas of permitting to include varied local and state regulatory processes for permitting of stormwater and/or wastewater projects. and local, state, and federal permitting guidance related to land disturbance, natural resources impacts, and flood mitigation compliance

Ultimately lead a team of engineers, CAD professionals, and/or GIS professionals

Provide leadership and mentorship through exceptional interpersonal skills

Provide insight and direction on projects based on an intermediate knowledge of surveying and use of topographic data

Possess a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills

Engage with clients and professional organizations on behalf of Tetra Tech to foster exposure and growth of our expertise and experience

Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards

Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness

Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns

Additional duties as required

Qualification

Civil EngineeringAutoCAD Civil 3DProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE)Hydrologic ModelingFloodplain Management (CFM)Basic Computer SkillsGIS ExperienceLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeamworkClient Focus

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, environmental engineering, or a related engineering discipline

A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in land development, water resources, and/or utility design projects. Less may be considered with an advanced degree

Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25%

Current registration as South Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) is required. Ability to obtain additional target states within 3-months (GA, NC, VA)

Must be fluent in the English language – writing, reading, and speaking

Must have a high level of written and oral communication skills and the ability to work and collaborate with employees at all levels and disciplines

Successful candidate must possess effective communication skills, both orally and in written form

Ability to effectively present information, communicate, and respond to questions

Ability to read, research, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical documents and procedures, and government regulations

Candidate must have the ability to work well in a professional and team-oriented environment, as well as independently

Candidate should possess strong organizational skills, excellent leadership skills, and be client focused

Must possess basic computer skills; the computer skills must include proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel

Must be proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D