Project/Senior Civil Engineer - Site Design/Municipal

ZipRecruiter; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project/Senior Engineer to manage land development projects. The role involves preparing design documents, coordinating with clients, and leading project teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least six years of experience, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Civil 3D software.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of related civil engineering experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planning and design documents for land development projects.
• Coordinate with clients and other teams on project tasks.
• Perform engineering calculations and prepare cost estimates.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Civil 3D software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with municipal, industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types.

As a Project/Senior Engineer, you will perform engineering and project management duties on land development projects, prepare planning and design documents, and meet client needs from conception to completion. You will also coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, technical staff, and clients. You may travel to job sites for observation and attend client meetings.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares planning and design documents in appropriate engineering discipline.
• Performs process design calculations, prepares cost estimates, and uses economic analyses for comparison of alternatives.
• Assists with or develops project scope of work or portions of it; assists with or develops project schedule or portions of it; assists with completion of initiation paperwork; assists with budget reviews and schedules progress reports.
• Coordinates projects with other Olsson teams; performs and coordinates design aspects of projects; directs team members on design tasks; maintains project records (correspondence, drawings, and files); informs project managers of progress and problems; coordinates with clients; attends client meetings.
• Assists with marketing/business development; may help write proposals.
• May serve as project manager on small projects.
• Independently performs assignments on complex projects.
• Coordinates assistant and associate professional staff and technical staff's work; may supervise student or technical staff.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Minimum of six (6) years of related civil engineering experience
• Proficient in Civil 3D software
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

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Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an , you can learn more about -specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

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