Civil Site Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

S-E-A; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Company-paid vacation and holidays

HSA contribution

Wellness program

Job summary

S-E-A in Charlotte, NC seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to conduct field investigations, analyze failures, and evaluate site design and infrastructure performance on large-scale land development projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 5+ years’ experience, and PE licensure. Strong writing, interpersonal and public speaking skills are essential; travel up to 50% locally and occasional overnight; opportunity to lead client relations and provide expert testimony.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum of five years civil/site development experience.
• P.E. registration required through testing.
• Strong writing skills and ability to communicate clearly.
• Public speaking experience is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and analyze failures in civil-site projects.
• Evaluate design/construction deficiencies related to grading, drainage, and stormwater.
• Prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure and remediation.
• Deliver professional presentations and develop client relationships.
• Support conclusions with appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings.
• Maintain professional knowledge via workshops, publications, and networks.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Strong writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Job description

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of civil-site built environments and infrastructure for large scale land developments, master planned communities, mixed used projects, commercial and industrial projects, roadway and utility, and streetscape enhancements
• Evaluate design/construction-related deficiencies associated with grading and drainage, stormwater management and conveyance, underground utility systems and installation, erosion control, concrete flatwork, asphalt pavements, and hardscape systems
• May investigate matters involving:
• design of site-visibility at intersections, vehicular use areas, parking lots, pedestrian and vehicular ingress/egress ways
• the applicability of MUTCD and ADA standards
• preparation, permitting, and construction implementation of civil/site construction plans related to DOT, water management districts, and various municipalities
• municipal zoning and variance hearings
• code, regulations, and standards interpretation and application.
• Stormwater management quantity and quality design, above and below ground
• Floodplain delineation
• Stormwater collection and conveyance systems
• Sediment and erosion control design and inspections
• Hydrology and hydraulics design
• Site grading design
• Development processes during design and construction
• Close out procedures of land development projects
• Failure modes of infrastructure systems
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Responsible for retention and development of client relations
• Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
• Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
• Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work
• Other related duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of five (5) years of civil/site development experience
• P. E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing
• Must possess strong writing skills
• Public speaking experience a plus
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with the following is a plus:
• design of site-visibility at intersections, vehicular use areas, parking lots, pedestrian and vehicular ingress/egress ways
• applicability of MUTCD and ADA standards
• preparation, permitting, and construction implementation of civil/site construction plans related to DOT, water management districts, and various municipalities
• municipal zoning and variance hearings
• code, regulations, and standards interpretation and application.
• Stormwater management quantity and quality design, above and below ground
• Floodplain delineation
• Stormwater collection and conveyance systems
• Sediment and erosion control design and inspections
• Hydrology and hydraulics design
• Site grading design
• Development processes during design and construction
• Close out procedures of land development projects
• Failure modes of infrastructure systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel on a variable schedule, including 50% of the time locally and 20% of the time overnight
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
• Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
• Ability to work at various heights on structures
• Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications
• Ability to handle occasional long workdays and non-traditional hours

S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.