Salas O'Brien · 8 hours ago
Civil Project Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expSalas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for clients. They are seeking a Civil Project Engineer to lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects while managing timelines, budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects (e.g. – data collection, feasibility, zoning compliance, grading, stormwater management, utilities, roadways and parking lots, road access, exterior lighting, erosion & sediment control, etc.)
Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables from concept through construction
Coordinate with surveyors, architects, planners, jurisdictions of authority, and environmental consultants/agencies
Prepare construction documents (CD’s, plans/details) in AutoCAD and technical specifications
Assist clients with development permits and project compliance
Communicate design recommendations to clients, project team members, and bidders/contractors during presentations, meetings, via email, and by phone as necessary
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and regulatory or permitting agencies
Prepare, review, and coordinate construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications to satisfy project requirements
Work independently on projects or lead a project team with other technical staff to design and detail civil engineering needs, assuring that the work is accurate and coordinated and that the quality control and assurance standards have been followed
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and engineering standards for civil engineering and site planning
Participate in onsite observations, information gathering, and interaction with clients and contractors both during the design and construction phases of the projects
Represent the firm in meetings and/or hearings with clients, municipalities, and public agencies
Support business development through proposal writing and client presentations
Stay abreast of new design and analysis technologies, software, and construction standards through continuing education activities and research
Perform civil design calculations, analysis, and assessments following office documentation standards
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field is required
Candidates must have passed or plan to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
Three (3) to seven (7) years of work experience in civil engineering
Candidates should have familiarity or experience with common civil analysis and design software (HydroCAD, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, OpenFlows, InfoDrainage, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, & etc.)
Candidates must be proficient in AutoCAD
A licensed professional engineer is preferred but not required
This opportunity is intended to be a hybrid full-time position (3 days in the office/2 days remote), but other arrangements will be considered depending upon the qualifications and circumstances of the Candidate
Preferred
Site planning and land-use development
Grading, utility, and drainage plans
Stormwater management modeling, analysis, design, and reports
Stormwater pollution prevention plans and erosion & sediment control plans
Pressure and gravity distribution systems (stormwater, water, and wastewater)
Pump stations and pump curves
Exterior lighting and photometric plans
Roadway and parking design
Development permits and zoning compliance
Vehicle/truck maneuvering diagrams
Public speaking/hearings/presentations/Client representation
Field measurements, surveyor coordination, and data collection
Familiarity with geotechnical reports, subsurface testing, soil assessments and logs, infiltration testing, and soil mechanics
Familiarity with legal documentation for properties (easements, deeds, R.O.W.'s etc.)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Company
Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is a national leading Facilities Planning, Commissioning, Construction Management and Mechanical, Electrical.
1001-5000 employees
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