Senior Civil Engineer

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Columbia, SC to lead the design and delivery of complex aviation infrastructure, including airfield layout with runways, taxiways, and aprons, pavement design, grading and drainage, and terminal site development.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure FAA and local standards compliance, and serve as the design lead through bidding and construction oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Approximately 10 years of civil engineering experience.
• PE license required (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Experience with FAA design standards and AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as design lead for airfield civil construction projects while working with one or more EITs and other project team members
• Oversee and mentor one or more EITs in the areas of grading design, pavement design, marking design, airport operational construction safety and phasing plans, and other components of airport design
• Coordinate with owners, internal staff, and subconsultants throughout the project life cycle
• Present design concepts, alternatives, and solutions during client review meetings
• Act as design lead during the bidding process
• Participate in construction inspection and oversight, either as lead inspector or as technical support

Skills

Design leadership

Airfield design

Pavement design

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

FAA Advisory Circulars

Job description

Ardurra is looking to hire a Senior Civil Engineer for our Columbia, SC office.

Our civil engineers, urban planners, and staff scientists work together daily to plan and create sustainable human environments by offering comprehensive aviation, land development, water utility and water resources services ranging from due diligence and master planning to design and construction administration.

While the role will be a part of our successful Aviation Practice and team, this is a unique opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer to play an important role within the office as a mentor and technical resource to our other practices within the Columbia, SC office. We have a high performing team of junior level staff and senior leaders, and are looking for that technical lead engineer that enjoys being the “go-to” resource for others.

Primary Function

As a Senior Civil Engineer in our aviation practice, you'll support or lead the design and delivery of complex aviation infrastructure. Your work will span airfield layout including runways, taxiways, and aprons; pavement design; grading and drainage systems; terminal building site development; and access roadways. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure all designs meet FAA and local regulatory standards. This is a high-impact role ideal for a civil engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about shaping the future of aviation infrastructure.

Primary Duties

• Act as design lead for airfield civil construction projects while working with one or more EIT's and other project team members
• Oversee and mentor one or more EITs in the areas of grading design, pavement design, marking design, airport operational construction safety and phasing plans, and other components of airport design
• Coordinate with owners, internal staff, and subconsultants throughout the project life cycle
• Present design concepts, alternatives, and solutions during client review meetings
• Act as design lead during the bidding process
• Participate in construction inspection and oversight, either as lead inspector or as technical support

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• Approximately 10 years of experience in civil engineering
• PE license required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Experience with FAA design standards (Advisory Circulars), AutoCAD Civil 3D, and airfield pavement design preferred but not required
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/

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