Sr. Civil Engineer

SSFM•Honolulu, HI

11d

About The Position

SSFM International, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to serve as a technical lead across a variety of civil design projects and represent the company in Charrettes and other high-visibility project settings. The role guides concept development, engineering analysis, and design refinement while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, culturally aligned engineering solutions for Hawai‘i’s communities. The Senior Civil Engineer will translate complex engineering constraints into clear, actionable insights for planners, architects, clients, and community stakeholders. The role champions innovation, quality, and community-focused design, ensuring engineering considerations are accurately reflected in Charrette outcomes and subsequent project phases.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Hawai‘i Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within an approved timeframe.
8–10+ years of civil engineering design experience across site, roadway, utility, or infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical design teams on complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills for client-facing collaboration and Charrette participation.
Proficiency with design platforms such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
Experience participating in or leading Charrettes or collaborative design workshops.
Familiarity with Hawai‘i agency processes, permitting requirements, and infrastructure programs.
Experience coordinating with architects, planners, and environmental specialists.
Strong understanding of QA/QC processes and engineering documentation standards.

Responsibilities

Lead civil engineering design efforts across SSFM’s project portfolio, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to QA/QC standards.
Represent SSFM during Charrettes by communicating design intent, evaluating concepts rapidly, and guiding interdisciplinary alignment.
Perform and oversee engineering analyses, feasibility studies, and preliminary calculations that inform Charrette discussions and project documentation.
Mentor and support junior engineers and collaborate with planners, architects, and project managers.
Ensure project deliverables meet applicable codes, agency requirements, and Hawai‘i-specific permitting standards.
Contribute to project scoping, scheduling, design coordination, and client communications.
Champion collaborative, culturally sensitive, and sustainability-focused design approaches.