Senior Civil Engineer

Ducks Unlimited; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Ten paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, seeks a self-motivated Senior Civil Engineer for the Vancouver Field Office in Vancouver, WA. You will join a team of biologists and engineers designing and constructing restoration projects across the Pacific Northwest.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, a PE license in WA/OR, and 10+ years in civil or water resources engineering.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at minimum, a B.S in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree.
• A licensed Civil Engineer in the state(s) of Washington and/or Oregon.
• 10 years of experience in civil, water resources or related engineering field.
• Desirable qualifications include GPS surveying, AutoCAD Civil3D, hydrologic & hydraulic modeling, construction contracting, construction inspection and management, soil science, agricultural engineering, reinforced concrete, and levee/canal design.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, contract, and perform construction management on wetland, riparian, riverine and related habitat restoration projects in multiple states.
• Lead projects in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho to support remote staff capacity.
• Mentor, perform peer review, provide senior engineering support, and deliver project outcomes.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal personnel, landowners, and conservation partners.
• Travel occasionally across the Pacific Northwest, Utah, and parts of California.

Skills

GPS surveying

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Construction management

Soil science

Agricultural engineering

Reinforced concrete

Levee/canal design

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Civil Engineer in WA/OR

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self-motivated, senior level professional engineer to be in the Vancouver Field Office in Vancouver, WA. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland and wild land restoration projects in multiple states within the Pacific Northwest.

Senior Civil Engineer

Vancouver, WA

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self-motivated, senior level professional engineer to be in the Vancouver Field Office in Vancouver, WA. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland and wild land restoration projects in multiple states within the Pacific Northwest.

Qualifications

Candidates must have at minimum, a B.S in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree, a licensed Civil Engineer in the state(s) of Washington and/or Oregon, and 10 years of experience in civil, water resources or related engineering field.

Desirable qualifications include experience in GPS surveying, AutoCAD Civil3D, hydrologic & hydraulic (H&H) modeling, construction contracting, construction inspection and management, soil science, agricultural engineering, reinforced concrete, and levee/canal design. Experience with tidal and estuary wetland restoration, stream restoration, and fish passage modifications would be beneficial. Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.

Candidates must be self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships. Candidates must be able to perform field work that includes strenuous outdoor activity.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work under the Director of Engineering Services and will serve in a senior engineering role. Specific duties and responsibilities include planning, designing, contracting, and performing construction management on wetland, riparian, riverine and associated habitat restoration projects in states that may consist of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. A priority focus area will be leading projects in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho to support remote staff capacity in this area. The individual will split time between mentoring, peer review, senior level engineering support, and a project delivery role. A close working relationship with local, state, and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners will be an important aspect of the job. The position will require occasional travel throughout the Pacific Northwest, Utah, and areas of California. The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Specific duties include:

• Participation in team meetings to lead, strategize and grow the conservation program areas.
• Supporting projects at a senior engineering level.
• Performing engineering scoping, planning, design, and construction management on specific projects.
• Preparation of project scopes of work and budgets for funding grants and proposals.
• Preparation of project plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Preparation of bid documents, conducting pre-bid site meetings, and finalizing contractor selection.
• Conducting field inspections and performing construction management oversight.
• Acting as a contracting officer to ensure compliance and budget management.
• Assisting in mentoring, peer review, coordination, training, and support for an engineering services team.

The position/s will require occasional outside work, possibly in inclement weather, and may require physical exertion or lifting as needed.

Benefits/Pay:

Salary Range $100,000- $150,000 Salary will commensurate withexperience and education with a variable compensation incentive program. DU offers an exceptional benefit package, with comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.