Civil Engineer II

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. • Reston, VA

36d • Remote

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Civil Engineer II to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria on moderately complex projects. The role performs civil engineering work for assigned phases of large land and site development projects, including conceptualizing design approaches, completing designs and calculations, and coordinating detailed project phases. Work is performed with general instruction and may be reviewed by senior staff; the engineer also reviews junior staff work for quality assurance.

The position collaborates with senior engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary design teams. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance and design recommendations, supporting plans and specifications, preparing project reports and correspondence, and reviewing plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates. The role is described as remote, with possible eligibility for remote or hybrid work arrangements. Compensation is $76,000–$105,000, commensurate with experience, plus eligible variable compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field required at time of hire.
• Three or more years of civil engineering experience.
• Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software, such as Civil3D, in a professional or academic setting.
• Proficiency reading construction plans.
• Proficiency with storm drain modeling and Rational Method hydrologic calculations.
• Proficiency with open-channel and detention-basin modeling and design.
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS modeling and CLOMR/LOMR applications and processing.
• Experience researching zoning, development standards, development review processes, compliance matters, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to prepare reports, narratives, development applications, submittal documents, and response letters.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate multiple projects with multiple clients and sub-consultants.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple time-sensitive tasks, and analyze and interpret data.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification and/or progress toward earning a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Land/site development industry experience.
• Land development engineering experience and skills, including large- and small-scale drainage and BMP design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, AES, CIVILD, WSPGW, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of large land/site development projects.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria on moderately complex projects.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Complete civil engineering work for assigned phases of large land/site development projects.
• Complete design work and calculations using computer-aided software.
• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.
• Assist with developing plans, specifications, and reports.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving design problems, including field investigations or inspections, detailed design work and calculations, checking design computations, and coordinating design aspects.
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
• Work with senior engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on engineering project issues.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects.
• Review plans and prepare or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
• Comprehensive benefits package; eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position, location, and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level