Senior Civil Engineer (Land Development)

• Assist with the preparation of proposals including write ups on project specific approach
• Prepare scope, selection of staff, and resource loaded schedule
• Provide prior project experience, inclusion of subconsultants
• Provide fee breakdown and valuation

• Participate in contract negotiations, approve client billing, and secure contract amendments for changes to scope and fees.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling project team activities with minimal input from team lead.
• Maintain project schedules, project budgets and track project risks.
• Develop working relationships with client, contractors, stakeholders, relevant agencies, etc.

• May perform or be consulted for input on annual employee evaluations in addition to ongoing mentoring, goal setting and skill development.

• Can independently provide accurate designs of on-site and off-site improvements for the planning and construction of commercial, industrial, and/or high-density residential projects that are ready for construction.
• May assist the team lead in the QAQC review of project plan sets.
• Can independently provide accurate design of grading, drainage, utilities and stormwater treatment.
• Prepare civil engineering calculations and other engineering reports.
• Construction cost estimating.
• Coordination with municipalities, architects, subconsultants & clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent level of experience
• 10+ years of experience + Professional Engineering License, CA or 20+ years of experience (non-licensed)
• Additional certifications a plus, e.g. QSP/QSD, PMP
• Project Management experience
• Employee Management experience.
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam, required

• Collaboration: Effective working relationships with management, coworkers, subordinates and clients. Mutual respect. Listening to others, adapting to changes, debating alternatives, being open-minded and producing a superior outcome as the result of effective teamwork.
• Problem Solving: The ability to develop a timely, efficient solution or alternative when a posed with a problem; thinking outside the box; paying attention to the details.
• Responsiveness/Communication: Communicating in a prompt and professional manner; providing relevant and timely information to management, coworkers, subordinates and clients in a clear, concise and direct manner.
• Self-Responsible: Taking control and accountability; not waiting for others to direct.
• Efficient: Ability to maintain focus, stay organized, manage multiple tasks and complete work within deadlines, with minimal errors in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable: Ability to modify practices, systems or attitudes to align with new requirements.

• Financial Acumen: The ability to think quickly and use good judgement to make financial decisions relating to the overall business, clients, project budgets, expenses, assets, etc.
• Time Management: The ability to use one's time effectively or productively; advanced planning and organization; producing results with less stress and increased accuracy.
• Risk Management: Awareness of obstacles and their impact on the business; ability to manage obstacles to avoid them all together or produce the best possible outcome.

• Conflict Resolution: The ability to listen effectively, communicate in a clear and direct manner, process information and establish an agreeable outcome leading using collaboration as a conflict resolution strategy.
• Delegation: The ability to assign responsibility for a task and empower the individual with the authority to do what is needed to produce the desired results.
• Emotional Intelligence: Ability to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, e.g. self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills and/or managing interpersonal relationships.
• Mentoring: Ability to effectively train and counsel less experienced staff.

• LEED Certified
• Understanding and production of Entitlements/Planning documents
• Construction Management (i.e. methods of construction, responsiveness, project closeout, etc.)
• Detailed understanding of Topographic and boundary surveys

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
• Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.

• Competitive Pay ($125,000 - $165,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright
• 401k and profit sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Great company culture
• Free office snacks
• Much more!

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