Civil Engineer III
About The Position
Bowman is hiring a Civil Engineer III to join its team in Alpharetta or Suwanee, Georgia. The role carries out complex or novel civil engineering assignments, including developing new or improved engineering techniques and procedures. The engineer independently applies extensive knowledge of engineering principles, reviews staff work for quality, and may lead the technical direction of less experienced engineers. The position supports commercial land development projects, working with senior engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams. Work includes interpreting municipal zoning regulations, developing civil design approaches, assisting with permit applications, investigating and resolving design issues, preparing and reviewing plans and technical documents, conducting constructability reviews, and performing field investigations or inspections. The engineer also supports client relationships and business development. The position may be eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements. The environment is primarily an indoor professional office, with some outdoor work and visits to job or construction sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field by the time of hire.
- Five or more years of experience in commercial land development.
- Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as Civil3D in a professional or academic setting.
- Proficiency in 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 in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Projects.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer license.
- 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
- Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
- Assist with marketing the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
- Work with senior-level engineers, clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering project issues.
- Review and interpret zoning regulations in multiple municipalities.
- Use advanced civil engineering techniques, theory, and practices.
- Assist project teams with obtaining local and state permits for land development projects.
- Develop initial civil design approaches for assigned phases of land and site development.
- Provide technical direction, guidance, and delegated assignments to less experienced engineers.
- Serve as a technical specialist and liaison among clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
- Resolve design problems through field investigations or inspections, detailed design work and calculations, checking others' design computations, and coordinating design aspects.
- Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
- Develop new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures for complex or novel assignments.
- Create design work using computer-aided or manual drafting techniques.
- Prepare reports and correspondence concerning project direction.
- Conduct constructability reviews or assist with designing, planning, or reviewing civil engineering projects.
- Review plans and prepare or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
- Assist with developing plans, specifications, and reports.
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, wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
