Senior Civil Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Oak Ridge)

Burns & McDonnell; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead civil design projects based in Oak Ridge, TN. This role involves overseeing project teams to create world-class designs for various infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a strong background in civil engineering and be ready to engage with clients and develop new business opportunities.

Successful candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in technical software are essential for success in this role. A commitment to quality and teamwork is crucial.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 7 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design projects through all phases.
• Prepare civil equipment specifications and data sheets.
• Quality review production drawings and documents.

Skills

Civil engineering techniques

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Technical software proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Civil 3D

PLS-CADD

Job description

Description

Imagine having an ownership stake in the company where you work. Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is an award‑winning firm specializing in engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting services. Our global projects are driven by a singular mission: to make our clients successful. Locally, regionally, and nationally, we’re recognized as a Best Place to Work. As a 100% employee‑owned company, we’ve cultivated a culture where everyone is personally invested in project outcomes and client satisfaction. Our employee‑owners embrace an ownership mindset, working diligently and intelligently to benefit our clients and enhance our communities. While we offer flexible work options, including 6 weeks of remote work, flexible daily schedules, and 9/80 work weeks, our commitment to success keeps our employee‑owners engaged in the office. At Burns & McDonnell, hard work and entrepreneurial spirit lead to success for our clients, communities, and individual wealth. We truly are owners.

The Senior Civil Engineer will lead civil design project teams in Oak Ridge, TN to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of equipment and infrastructure projects that will primarily support the local DOE complexes (e.g. ORNL and Y‑12). Other projects may include municipal, power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, and military facilities. It is anticipated that they will have direct contact with our local clients in supporting discipline specific work under Basic Ordering Agreements (BOA’s) and large Federal budget line‑item projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare civil equipment: packaged equipment and construction specifications and data sheets, Requests for Qualifications, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review civil vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
• Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
• Apply expert knowledge of commonly used civil concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the civil engineering services industry. Compile studies and reports. Write specifications.
• Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects, find/develop non‑standard design solutions.
• Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability.
• Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials.
• Lead field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
• Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead and manage key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Prepare, present and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the civil engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program or Bachelor of Science in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• 7 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Department of Energy experience preferred.
• Successful completion (passing) FE or EIT preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS‑CADD, RISA‑3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem‑solving skills.

Additional Information

Job: Civil Engineering

Primary Location: US‑TN‑Oak Ridge

Schedule: Full‑time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Hire Type: Experienced #A&F

EEO/Disabled/Veterans: The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Veterans and disabled candidates are encouraged to apply.