Project Engineer

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Civil/Site team in Albany, NY. This role involves utilizing engineering skills for design tasks related to public and private projects, ensuring compliance with budgets and regulations. The ideal candidate will lead efforts in stormwater management, grading design, and utility systems, while collaborating with a dedicated team. With a commitment to career advancement and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on diverse projects. Join this innovative firm to accelerate your success in a fulfilling engineering career!

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental and military leave

401(k) with company match

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee referral bonuses

Professional license bonuses

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years of experience in land development or civil/site engineering.
• Proficiency in stormwater management and grading design.
• Knowledge of local land use and zoning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review municipal zoning and land development ordinances.
• Prepare concept drawings based on client objectives.
• Design utility systems and manage stormwater conveyance.

Skills

Stormwater Management

Hydraulics

Grading Design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication Skills

Site Investigation

Soil Erosion Control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

PE (Professional Engineer) preferred

EIT (Engineer in Training) required

Tools

AutoCAD

Hydrology Design Software

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Civil/Site team in Albany, NY! Come join our Land Development team to facilitate the design & project completion of both public & private projects while having a versatile list of projects to prosper your career growth!

The Project Engineer will utilize engineering skills to perform design tasks including grading and drainage designs associated with development projects. Work within AutoCAD alongside staff engineers to collaborate and successfully complete projects within established budgets, deadlines and agency regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review of municipal zoning and land development ordinances and applicable agency regulations to determine land development limitations for the property.
• Site Investigation & Due Diligence includes the review of ordinances, utility service research, outside agency regulations and site visits to establish comprehensive development guidelines.
• Preparation of Concept Drawings based upon client’s development objectives and conclusions of due diligence. Involves preparation of concept plan, including coordination with AutoCAD draftsmen.
• Leadership role in the review and design of Stormwater Management & Stormwater Conveyance Systems including use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydrology design software.
• Skills should include preparation of pipe sizing calculations for stormwater conveyance systems including drainage area maps.
• Surface runoff coefficients, invert, slope, velocity & hydraulic grade line evaluation using the Rational Method & Manning’s Equation.
• Grading Design to ensure value engineering is achieved through earthwork analysis, and site safety is accomplished through the use of appropriate design slopes.
• Subdivision and site plan design and layout.
• Design of Utility Systems including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer service, pump station design, water, gas, telephone service, etc. Also involves determination and resolution of vertical and horizontal utility conflicts that may exist.
• Soil Erosion & Sediment Control Design including stability calculations, Best Management Practices, swale design, spillway design, and determination of construction sequence.
• Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings as required for bonding and client purposes.
• Ability to work independently, as well as, lead a team of other engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 4-7+ years of related experience to land development or civil/site engineering.
• PE preferred, EIT required.
• Knowledge of the local municipal, county and state land use, planning and zoning processes and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written and communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
• Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $86,800-$102,300 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!