CDM Smith · 1 day ago
Civil Engineer 5-Transit Site/Civil
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCDM Smith is a company committed to offering an unmatched employee experience and fostering personal leadership and career growth. The Civil Engineer will develop and oversee engineering designs for site/civil projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing mentorship to junior staff.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater
No H1B
Responsibilities
Under general direction, the Civil Engineer develops and oversees engineering designs ranging from basic to highly complex site/civil projects
Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing civil design packages involving site layout and land development, site grading and drainage, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses, stormwater management systems, water distribution networks, sanitary and storm collection systems, storage tanks and impoundments, foundation design, and related site infrastructure. Work may also include design support for small single-story structures
The Civil Engineer reviews design documents to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company standards and best practices
The role may include performing on-site reviews and field assessments to confirm design feasibility and alignment with existing conditions
The engineer is responsible for updating design criteria as necessary to reflect project-specific or regulatory changes
The position collaborates closely with project managers and business development staff to support proposal development in response to client RFPs. This includes reviewing proposal content for compliance with technical standards and regulatory requirements
The engineer also participates in client meetings to discuss current and future project needs and may represent the firm at conferences and industry events to enhance visibility of services
Additional responsibilities include providing technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff
The Civil Engineer may also supervise junior engineers and designers on project tasks and contributes to their professional growth within the discipline
Other duties may be assigned as required to support project and firm objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Professional engineering (PE) license
7 years of related experience
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Preferred
Experience producing complete PS&E / construction drawing packages, including: Plan, profile, typical sections, details
Utility coordination drawings
Signing & striping, ADA ramp details, and staging plans
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including: Surfaces, corridors, alignments, pipe networks, grading objects
Efficient model-based plan production and sheet set management
Strong experience developing engineer's cost estimates (OPCC, PS&E level) and technical specifications
Familiarity with state DOT and municipal design standards, with ability to quickly adapt to new agency criteria
Experience supporting projects through design development, QA/QC, and agency review cycles
Experience in site civil design, including: Grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility layout
Pavement design, curb and gutter, and earthwork calculations
Advanced Civil 3D capabilities in: Complex grading scenarios, Pipe networks and stormwater modeling coordination, Efficient corridor and surface management
Experience developing site-specific construction details, erosion control plans, and stormwater BMPs
Familiarity with TDOT, municipal, and utility provider standards for permitting and design
Experience preparing bid-ready construction packages and responding to contractor questions during procurement
Company
CDM Smith
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm that offers environmental, transportation, and energy-smart solutions and facilities.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Wall
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Prescott
SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer
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