Civil Engineer

Delon Hampton & Associates, Chartered; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Delon Hampton & Associates, Chartered is seeking a Civil Engineer to support land development and infrastructure projects in the Washington DC metro area. The role involves collaborating with senior engineers, clients, agencies, and design teams to develop construction documents and expedite permits.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, 4–10 years of experience, and EIT; PE is preferred. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
• 4–10 years' experience in the land development industry.
• EIT certification is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local jurisdiction standards in the Washington DC metropolitan area (DC, Prince George's County, Montgomery County).
• Ability to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Experience as a design engineer supporting mid to large civil projects.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior engineers, clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering projects.
• Serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship.
• Develop construction documents, expedite permits, and support the Manager on all phases of engineering services.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving design problems, including field investigations or inspections and detailed design work.
• Prepare specifications using research and catalogs for materials and installation.
• Assist with construction documents, site and infrastructure design including grading and utilities.
• Plan and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Conduct constructability reviews and assist in planning and reviewing civil projects.
• Liaise between clients, agencies, subcontractors and design teams on complex issues.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion regularly.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work with senior level engineers, clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering projects;


• Serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship;


• Develop construction documents, expedite permits, and support the Manager on all phases of engineering services under the guidance of the Project Manager;


• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigations or inspections, and detailed design work and calculations;


• Prepare specifications through the use of research and manufacturing catalogs to specify materials, installation, inspection and payment of items specific to a project;


• Assist with preparation of construction documents, design of site and infrastructure improvements including grading, dry and wet utilities, erosion control, and storm water management;


• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work;


• Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the designing, planning, reviewing of civil engineering projects;


• Serve as technical specialist and liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues; and


• Exercise independent judgment and discretion on a regular or frequent basis.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited University;


• Four to ten (4 - 10) years' experience in the land development industry;


• EIT is required;


• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred;


• Must have a good working knowledge of local jurisdiction standards in the Washington DC metropolitan area which includes DC, Prince George's County and Montgomery County;


• Ability to prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates;


• Experience as a design engineer supporting mid to large sized civil projects;


• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors and design team members;


• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team oriented environment;


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook;


• Familiarity with using AutoCAD including Civil 3D software and/or Microstation;


• Excellent technical writing skills; and


• Drive to grow and take on additional responsibilities.

Healthcare Benefits

Delon Hampton & Associates, Chartered provides healthcare benefits to full-time employees working a minimum of 32 hours a work week.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Delon Hampton & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer for VEVRAA protected veterans and all other protected classes. DHA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. We encourage minorities, women, protected veterans and disabled individuals to apply. Click here for EEO law and policy in English. Click here for EEO law and policy in Spanish.