Site Civil Engineer

Wightman; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible schedules

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement and professional

PTO and holidays

Employee ownership opportunity

Job summary

Wightman in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Civil Engineer to design and plan a wide range of civil projects including site layouts, drainage, paving, and utilities. The role involves complex problem solving and collaboration with planners, engineers, surveyors, and technicians.

The candidate will perform calculations, manage projects, and draft plans and reports. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET) and 5+ years’ field experience are required; PE license or ability to obtain within 1 year is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required from ABET-accredited program.
• Active PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.
• Experience in civil engineering design and project management preferred.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil design projects.
• Manage projects including client communications and internal support.
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting for civil projects.
• Coordinate with government agencies and clients for design approvals.
• Write and edit construction specifications and reports.
• Estimate construction quantities and monitor on-site progress.

Skills

Discretion and judgment

Project planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong communication

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

PE license or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Civil Engineer will provide design and plan production for general civil design on a wide variety of projects, which may include site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities. Will perform complex assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
• Manage projects including client communications, public input and feedback, and internal support
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
• Performs, trains, and provides guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD work, and data collection
• Prepares, provides training, provides guidance, and reviews engineering designs and reports, which include design calculations and plan preparation
• Performs, provides training for, and guides quality assurance, ensuring projects get carried out as designed, and recommends modifications as needed
• Ability to identify engineering and surveying services needed by the client, and the ability to draft proposals and estimate fees
• Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals
• Write and edit construction specifications and engineering reports
• Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications.
• Estimate construction costs. Conduct periodic visits to construction sites to monitor the quality and progress of the work

Required Skills & Behaviors:

• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks
• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of working with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
• Broad computer knowledge, in particular Microsoft Office products
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands‑on experience with computer applications such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Broad knowledge base of civil engineering projects, rather than a subject matter expert in any one civil engineering area

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports to the Regional Engineering Manager
• May have responsibility for multiple direct reports

Required Education/Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university degree program is required
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or civil engineering field
• Active PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment

Travel

• Position based in Kalamazoo
• 10-15% local travel

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility upon hire date
• Multiple Medical plans including those with HSA employer contributions.
• 100% Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and personal/professional development.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• 401(k), Incentive Bonuses, and Ownership Opportunities (we’re 100% employee-owned!).
• Employee and Family activities including ski and fishing trips, sporting events, and so much more!

About Wightman

No matter your career trajectory – whether you’re just starting out, currently in a mid-level position, or are looking to accelerate your career opportunities – you want to work for a firm that does great work, gives back to their community, supports your career path, and does it all alongside people with whom you can connect. After all, you spend a third of your day at work; why do it in a place where you do not feel valued, are longing for more responsibility, or feel disconnected from your clients? If you are seeking a position at a legacy consulting firm that is wholly owned by its employees, looking to do impactful work that matters, and find a work culture that supports your family life, bring your skills to Wightman.

Our full-service architectural, civil engineering, and land surveying firm, which was established in 1946, exists to serve people and the communities in which we live. We have a dynamic team of over 200 professionals that work to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, education, commercial, and energy clients throughout the Great Lakes region. We offer our clients comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services including Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services, GIS, Interior Design, and Reality Capture. What does that mean? It means we design and build awe-inspiring and award-winning streetscapes and 21st-century learning environments, inspect interstates and bridges that ensure safe travel, accurately determine boundary lines and draw topographic maps, support energy service providers grow and enhance their green and traditional infrastructure, construct data-driven mapping solutions, envision outdoor gathering spaces that foster community, and so much more.

We are actively searching for talented employees who are aligned with our culture of work/life balance, want to grow with a firm committed to success, and desire to become trusted advisers to clients who respect their knowledge and expertise. Whether you enjoy working in the field gathering data, are passionate about the design build process, or delight in details, consider learning more about our firm at https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman.

We are fun, creative, and passionate about our work and family life. To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: https://gowightman.com/careers/life-at-wightman