Lead Civil Engineer - Watershed & Infrastructure Design

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County in Georgia is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead a team of engineers on capital projects, plan review, and infrastructure construction. You will formulate designs, resolve engineering problems, supervise staff, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating priorities with management and stakeholders.

This role requires reviewing models and studies, preparing technical reports, and providing expert guidance during construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Five years of civil engineering experience.
• Georgia driver’s license; Professional Engineer license required.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers; organizes tasks and priorities.
• Provides technical expertise and assists with training and supervision of staff.
• Reviews modeling, planning, and engineering studies; prepares reports and recommendations.
• Reviews site development plans for compliance with laws and regulations; issues permits as needed.
• Facilitates communication among owner, project manager, contractors, agencies, public, and stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical engineering

Project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

DeKalb County in Georgia is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead a team of engineers on capital projects, plan review, and infrastructure construction. You will formulate designs, resolve engineering problems, supervise staff, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating priorities with management and stakeholders.

This role requires reviewing models and studies, preparing technical reports, and providing expert guidance during construction.