Civil Project Engineer - Waste & Recycling

LaBella Associates; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to work on solid waste related site development projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with 5-8 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, preparing proposals, and collaborating with engineering teams. Competitive benefits include flexible schedules, health insurance, and a 401k plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience required.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE.
• Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience including solid waste.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals.
• Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Project management

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Civil3D

Job description

Civil Project Engineer - Waste & Recycling

Base pay range: $86,000.00/yr - $101,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Projects will include solid-waste related site development projects: develop master plans, design drawings, design of stormwater management and erosion control systems, technical specifications, and cost estimates
• Prepare various types of related reports and studies to secure permitting for projects
• Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages
• Assist with oversight and guidance of projects from initial concept through construction
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals
• Collaborate, mentor, and lead as appropriate
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports
• Perform and review detailed calculations: stormwater management, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction density
• Produce effective and high-quality project documents (including reports, drawings, and specifications)
• Assist clients with construction procurement
• Provide bidding and construction administration services
• Manage project budgets and schedules

About the role

The Project Manager / Civil Engineer will work with other engineers and CAD technicians on various civil, solid waste, and environmental related projects in our Birmingham, AL office. The projects are challenging and provide unique design opportunities. You will be responsible for designing solid waste facilities that will enable LaBella to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs. The projects involve civil and environmental engineering skills, including land development (grading and stormwater management); leachate collection, treatment, and management; renewable energy designs; and organic waste management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
• 5-8 years experience
• Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE
• Project management experience
• Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste, land development, or closely related projects
• Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms
• Ability to relate well to project team, clients, regulators, and contractors
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed
• Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocated
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Team player who can lead projects from planning and preliminary engineering through design and construction
• Solid waste engineering experience

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Sit for extended periods of time
• Use a computer and keyboard
• Drive a passenger vehicle

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

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