Land Development Project Designer

ESP Associates•Fayetteville, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is a regional, multidisciplined engineering consulting firm with more than 160 employees throughout four offices in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Rogers. We are focused on providing exceptional customer service by committing our time, energy and professionalism to complete projects that enhance the quality of life, improve infrastructure and offer positive economic impacts to improve the communities where we serve, live and work. Project Designer (PD) designs or assists in the design of construction projects dealing with Land Development projects such as, site design for new buildings, recreational facilities, trails, drainage, and other site related projects. A Project Designer must also have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the fields of civil engineering and landscape architecture.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture
Knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures
Thorough understanding of site planning and land development
AutoCAD, Civil 3D, 3D modeling including grading plans
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of engineering and landscape architecture
Exercising independent judgment
Initiative
Creativity
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking skills
Time Management and Planning
Strong communication, writing, technical and analytical skills
Microsoft Office
Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

Internship in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture

Responsibilities

Develop construction documents for site development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Construction documents sets include site plan, grading and drainage, utility, erosion control, plan sheets and applicable details
Coordinate with the project team to develop and complete projects on time and on budget
Complete plan review comments from internal quality control process and from the city review process
Assist the Project Engineer and Landscape Architects, and Project Managers in completing technical specifications
Prepare written communications, applications, and reports
Review and implement municipal zoning ordinances, geotechnical reports, as well as state and federal codes to ensure project compliance
Work in partnership with Project Managers and staff to identify opportunities and constraints for development sites, assist in municipal meetings and submittals, and complete plan revisions as needed to obtain project approval
Prepare for, attend and may lead meetings with internal and external clients

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews.
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility at beginning of the quarter following 3 months’ employment)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 9 Paid Holidays
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Short-Term Disability Insurance (MCE self-insured)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account & Limited Flexible Spending Account
HSA Savings Account
Additional Optional Insurances Available