Senior Civil Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Irvine, California. This role involves leading site due diligence, design specifications, and project management on civil engineering projects. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of design experience, a recognized professional engineering license, and a commitment to an active employee-owned culture. The position is full-time, offering opportunities for project management and collaborative work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years design experience managing civil/site design projects.
• Experience with various CAD engineering software like Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Proven land development experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks associated with site due diligence.
• Design and plan production for various civil projects.
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects when needed.

Skills

CAD civil engineering software

Project engineering

Project management

Education

Professional engineering license

Job description

Job Summary

At HDR, we are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to lead site due diligence, design, quantity calculations, specifications, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks associated with site due diligence, including zoning and land development permitting requirements for local and state agencies.
• Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities.
• Conduct quantity calculations.
• Prepare specifications and contract documents.
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity as needed.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed.
• Plan, organize and supervise work of a medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
• Serve as a Project Manager on larger projects, although project management is not the sole focus of this position.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software (Autodesk Civil 3D, OpenFlows, etc.).
• Land development experience for buildings.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years design experience managing various civil/site design projects.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Project engineering and project management experience.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Location

United States - California - Irvine

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.