Regional Engineer - Ridgeland, MS

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.•Ridgeland, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self-motivated, experienced civil engineer to work in the Southern Regional Office in Ridgeland, MS. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers who are responsible for the planning, design and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects in Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas and throughout the Southeast.

Requirements

B.S in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree from an EAC/ABET accredited engineering program
Registered civil engineer
Obtain registration reciprocity in assigned states
Demonstrated oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Self-motivated
Goal oriented
Able to work with and solve problems in close team-based relationships

Nice To Haves

Experience with Civil3D
Experience with hydrology
Experience with hydraulics
Experience with structures/pump station design
Experience with erosion control
Experience with construction inspection and management

Responsibilities

Perform a full range of project planning, design, contracting, and construction management functions on wetland, repair, and associated habitat restoration projects.
Supervise engineering staff and provide oversight on various programs.
Assist with budget development, provide training and engineering guidance, and ensure quality control of engineering services and standards.
Scoping and proposal development, engineering design, project bidding, field inspection, and occasional construction management.
Maintain a close working relationship with local, state and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners.
Prepare proposal scope of work and budgets in coordination with close biological staff.
Interpret, select, adapt, and apply engineering, surveying, and construction management principles and practices across a range of engineering services within a diverse conservation program.
Complete engineering designs and reports as required.
Prepare project plans, technical specifications and cost estimates.
Attend project meetings.
Conduct field inspection and perform construction management oversight as needed.
Ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to project plans, specifications and schedules.
Act as contracting officer, ensure contract compliance and manage project budgets.
Assist with occasional field work as required, which could include strenuous outdoor activity in difficult environmental conditions.
Operate an ATV and an outboard boat when necessary.