Lead Civil-Site Designer- Generation Division

WSP•Lawrenceville, NJ

40d

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Civil-Site Designer- Generation Division to join our Power & Energy team in Mount Laurel, NJ. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Generation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. As one of the world's leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world's energy transition. And we need your help. With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized onâ TIME's list of the world's best companies and Fortune's Change the World list. As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe. You'll help us serve a diverse client base- (Independent Power Producers, Municipal Electric Utilities, Investor-Owned Utilities, Contractors, and Developers,) address their challenges and implementing power grid systems of the future. Get experience in a wide range of power plant technologies including biomass, municipal waste, geothermal, hydrogen, fossil fuel, carbon capture, battery energy storage, hydro, and solar. Work on projects for multiple POWER/WSP Divisions (Power Generation, Power Delivery, Facilities, and Federal.) The position involves drafting and designing opportunities on power generation, renewable energy, and substation projects that include civil-site development 3D modeling, design, and detailing. Most projects occur within the United States with some opportunities to work on the international market projects Coordinate designs with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical) and ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices. Over time the successful candidate will be able to perform site plans, grading, storm water management piped systems and detention basins, wastewater management piped systems and infiltration fields, and erosion control design Mentor junior designers and drafters, offering technical guidance and design oversight. Assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations. Experience opportunities can include field visits, coordination with contractors, and interface with permitting officials Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Minimum of 11 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
Site development experience, including the ability to create grading plans and details, erosion control design, retaining wall design and site survey coordinate systems
Civil-site development design project experience in any industry
AutoCAD Civil3D or MicroStation Open-Roads (In-Roads) experience
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
Highly proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
Experience in: Model an existing surface from survey data Model proposed Grading using feature lines and/or grading tools Model road designs using alignments and/or corridors Vehicle access design from public roads to proposed improvements with Auto-Turn or Autodesk Vehicle Tracking
Knowledge of industry-standard storm-water pipe, wastewater pipe, concrete, and rebar detailing practices

Responsibilities

Coordinate designs with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical) and ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices.
Over time the successful candidate will be able to perform site plans, grading, storm water management piped systems and detention basins, wastewater management piped systems and infiltration fields, and erosion control design
Mentor junior designers and drafters, offering technical guidance and design oversight.
Assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations.
Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

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