Port Infrastructure Lead: Civil Engineer & PM

Moffatt & Nichol; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Family coverage

HSA match

Wellness program

PTO

Holidays

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Mentoring program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol, in Oakland/Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a Site Civil Engineer / Project Manager to lead design, planning, and construction for port, municipal, and private developments. The role emphasizes client-facing activities and team mentorship, with a focus on coastal infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have 4–10 years in site civil engineering, California PE licensure, and strong skills in stormwater modeling, drainage, and project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer licensure in California or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
• 4 to 10 years of experience in site civil engineering; port experience preferred.
• Competence in civil site engineering design including storm drainage, water distribution, grading, sanitary sewer, site paving, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater modeling.
• Some project management experience is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, schedule work and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines.
• All new hires will pass a pre-employment background check; E-Verify; legal ability to work in US.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages projects by preparing engineering design, documents, and specifications.
• Prepares engineering design for storm drainage, water distribution, grading, sanitary sewer, site paving, and erosion and sediment control.
• Performs drainage studies using stormwater modeling software.
• Determines project costs by calculating labor, material, and related costs.
• Prepares written deliverables including reports and memorandums.
• Creates feasibility study by analyzing engineering design, reviewing environmental studies, and assembling data.
• Monitors construction progress to ensure adherence to specifications and safety standards.
• Prepares and submits permit applications to federal, state, and local agencies.
• Manages subconsultants in the development of engineering evaluations and designs.
• Interfaces with clients by providing engineering information, project updates, and responses to questions.
• Oversees project personnel.
• Mentors and assists junior engineers in developing final design plans.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer licensure in CA

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol, in Oakland/Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a Site Civil Engineer / Project Manager to lead design, planning, and construction for port, municipal, and private developments. The role emphasizes client-facing activities and team mentorship, with a focus on coastal infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have 4–10 years in site civil engineering, California PE licensure, and strong skills in stormwater modeling, drainage, and project management.