Civil Engineer III

Bowman Consulting; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Sunrise, FL is seeking a Civil Engineer III to join our team. You will carry out complex assignments developing new civil engineering techniques for land/site development, and coordinate with clients, agencies, and design teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with 5+ years in land development, and proficiency in Civil3D/AutoCAD. PE preferred; the position may involve hybrid work arrangements to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required at time of hire.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in the land development industry.
• Experience with Civil3D and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of zoning regulations and permits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance and apply extensive knowledge to complex assignments.
• Assist with marketing to establish new clients and relationships.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, clients, agencies, and design teams on complex issues.
• Review and interpret zoning regulations across municipalities.
• Assist obtaining local and state permits for land development projects.
• Lead in technical direction and provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Serve as liaison between clients, agencies, and design teams.

Skills

Land development experience

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

AES

CIVILD

WSPGW

PCSWMM

StormCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

Job description

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in Sunrise, FL.

Purpose

Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes or methods.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and broad parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Work with senior level engineers, clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering project issues.
• Review and interpret zoning regulations in a variety of municipalities.
• Use advanced techniques, theoretical precepts and practices in the civil engineering field and related sciences and disciplines.
• Assist project team with obtaining local and state permits for land development projects.
• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of land/site development.
• Serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide guidance, delegation of assignments.
• Serve as technical specialist and liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues.
• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work and calculations, detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project.
• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Create own design work using computer‑aided or manual drafting techniques.
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of projects.
• Perform field investigation or inspections.
• Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the design/plan/review of other civil engineering projects.
• Review plans and prepare/review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Assist with the development of plans, specifications, and reports.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Effective participation as part of a project team.
• High level of motivation and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail.
• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive tasks.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required at time of hire.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in the land development industry.
• Land Development engineering experience and skills; large- and small‑scale drainage and BMP design preferred.
• Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as Civil3D in a professional or academic setting.
• Proficiency with reading construction plans.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, AES, CIVILD, WSPGW, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS preferred.
• Proficient with Storm Drain Modeling and Rational Method Hydrologic Calculations.
• Proficient with Open Channel & Detention Basin Modeling and Design.
• Proficient with HEC-RAS modeling and CLOMR/LOMR applications and processing.
• Experience researching zoning, development standards, review processes, compliance matters, regulations, and standards.
• Prepare reports, narratives, development applications, submittal documents, and response letters.
• Ability to multi‑task and coordinate on multiple projects, with multiple clients and sub‑consultants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• May be eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements.
• Primarily indoor professional office environment, which can consist of possible bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Some outdoor work environment and may be exposed to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Bowman is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.