Civil Engineer - Water Services Group

CDM Smith; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead design and delivery of large-scale environmental restoration, flood risk protection, and stormwater projects in Florida. The role requires strong technical problem-solving, project management, and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while advising clients and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has led civil/site engineering on complex public infrastructure projects, including Everglades restoration, pump stations, drainage canals, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel frequency depends on duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Develop design from planning to reports and construction documents.
• Use advanced analysis techniques for civil elements.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical reports.
• Drive project schedules, deadlines, and deliverables.

Skills

Hydrology/Hydraulics design

Engineering design

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

BIM tools

Hydrology design software

Job description

Company Overview

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Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of large-scale environmental restoration, flood risk protection and stormwater infrastructure projects.

This role requires deep technical expertise including complex problem-solving skills, evaluating and designing solutions to address problems, conditions or new requirements, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has supported or led civil/site engineering aspects of different projects and bringing extensive experience in complex public infrastructure projects, including Florida Everglades restoration projects, pump stations, drainage canals, reservoirs, stormwater treatment areas, stormwater storage facilities, and integrated water resource systems.

Main Responsibilities

With high-level goals provided, performs the following primary functions:

1. Lead, coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams
2. Lead the development of a design from project planning and research to preparation of design reports and construction documents
3. Utilize advanced techniques for the analysis and design of specialized civil elements
4. Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and permitting documentation
5. Drive project schedules, deadlines, and deliverables
6. Organize and lead project-related meetings and presentations with internal team members or external consultants, owner/clients and vendors
7. Ability to check work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
8. Participate in constructability review
9. Plan and execute QA/QC activities for individual projects
10. Review and develop design standards and specifications related to civil design
11. Creates and signs off on basic to highly complex engineering designs and construction documents involving site layout development, site grading, drainage stormwater treatment areas including levees, canals, reservoirs, and impoundments, and stormwater management systems including computer literacy in hydrology and hydrology calculations.
12. Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary.
13. Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
14. Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
15. Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
16. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.
17. Performs other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities

Expert Knowledge of engineering principles of design.

Proficiency with civil engineering software including hydrology/hydraulics design software, AutoCAD Civil 3D, BIM tools and design analysis programs

Expert knowledge with civil engineering codes, standards and regulatory compliance requirements

Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Qualifications

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.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Pay Range Max

USD $160,118.00

Pay Range Min

USD $91,478.00