Lead Project Civil Engineer

Legacy Engineering, P.C.; Fredericksburg (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative civil engineering firm is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This role offers the chance to work on diverse land development projects while providing technical guidance and mentorship to fellow engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and civil engineering principles, along with proficiency in tools like AutoCAD Civil3D. With a focus on collaboration and communication, this position is perfect for someone eager to make an immediate impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Remote work options are available, allowing for flexibility in your professional journey.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in land development engineering projects.
• Management experience is preferred; strong leadership skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead/manage complex engineering tasks and projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and staff.
• Create CAD drawings for site and infrastructure plans.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Guidance

Problem Solving

Communication

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Client Relationship Management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Hydraflow

Storm and Sanitary Analysis

WaterCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Legacy Engineering, P.C., is a small, woman-owned civil engineering firm specializing in civil land development design, geotechnical services, construction materials testing and inspections, surveying and consulting. We are headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia and proudly serve clients throughout the Commonwealth.

We are seeking a highly motivated team player to join our team! If you are enthusiastic about civil engineering and eager to be challenged, we have an opening for a key contributor ready to make an immediate impact. As Lead Project Engineer, you can leverage your education and knowledge with hands-on professional experience working on residential, industrial, and commercial land development projects.

This role is eligible for Remote work in the US in accordance with our teleworking policies.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineers & technical staff.
• Lead/manage complex engineering tasks and projects.
• Demonstrate mastery of fundamental project management skills and use PM advanced techniques/practices to increase productivity, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Maintain a long-term perspective when reviewing technical work to optimize effectiveness of results.
• Actively support corporate mission, goals, strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Promote effective communication & collaboration internally.
• Create CAD drawings and details for site, subdivision, and infrastructure plans.
• Contribute to the preparation of full sets of construction plans.
• Site layout and utility design including water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems.
• Horizontal and vertical roadway design.
• Prepare erosion and sediment control plans.
• Generate SWM/BMP facilities hydrologic computations.
• Site & House grading.
• Waterline analysis.
• Complete SWM plans and design BMP facilities.
• Prepare site work quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bond estimates.
• Prepare planning/zoning exhibits & plans.
• Utilize ITE manual, lighting software, landscaping, HY-8, & etc.
• Perform quality control and plan reviews.
• Plan—CDP’s, GDP’s, CUP’s, layout feasibilities, site feasibilities, grading studies, etc.
• Coordinate with other staff as necessary.
• Manage deadlines and communicate progress of multiple ongoing projects.
• Assist project managers with deliverables for city/county/federal/private submissions.
• Site visits to inspect and document conditions and/or construction progress and assist in field revisions and as-built projects (if local).
• Any other assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-7 years’ experience with design and management of land development engineering projects.
• Experience with preparing and processing land development applications is preferred.
• Management and/or Project Management experience is strongly preferred; a proven track record in effective staff management/leadership is a plus.
• Experience working with a variety of transportation projects: roadway, highway, etc.
• Proven ability to contribute to plan preparation on all phases of an engineering design project while utilizing advanced engineering principles.
• Proven ability to work independently to solve engineering design issues as well as providing justification for corresponding work changes.
• Adaptable approach to learn and apply new skills effectively.
• Proactive ability to investigate/seize opportunities to improve work products (especially with a corresponding sense of pride and ownership in your work!).
• Ability to establish credibility in the field via professional organizations and other networking opportunities.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with clients and external partners/contractors.
• GIS experience preferred.
• Motivated and dedicated personality.
• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Familiarity with industry standards and requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D, Hydraflow, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team-based environment, team player.

Education/Experience

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or similar field of study from an accredited university is preferred but not required.
• EIT certification is preferred; willingness to pursue further education and attain certifications including but not limited to PE, DEQ SWM Inspector, DEQ Plan Reviewer, Responsible Land Disturber, etc.

Legacy Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Legacy Engineering is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.