Site Civil Engineer

HDR•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

HDR is seeking a Site Civil Engineer to support its nationally recognized Building Engineering Services Group in North Carolina. The role focuses on general site civil engineering for a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading, storm drainage analysis and design, paving, site utilities, and related civil engineering activities. The engineer will prepare calculations, specifications, and contract documents; evaluate and modify engineering techniques and procedures; and make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures. The position may function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects, though project management is not its sole focus. It also involves supervising a small staff as needed, conducting site due diligence, coordinating permitting with local and state agencies, and coordinating site design with clients and project teams. HDR describes a collaborative, employee-owned culture focused on inclusion, belonging, and supporting the communities it serves.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Previous experience in general civil engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience in general site civil engineering.
Familiarity with OpenRoads software.
Proficiency and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Autodesk Civil 3D.
Experience with specialty civil platforms such as HydroCAD or Autodesk Hydraflow Extensions, as required.
Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and plan production for general site civil projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading, storm drainage analysis and design, paving, site utilities, and related civil engineering activities.
Perform quantity calculations and prepare associated calculation reports.
Prepare specifications and contract documents.
Complete complex assignments using judgment to evaluate, select, and modify standard engineering techniques and procedures.
Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed.
Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed; project management is not the sole focus of the position.
Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
Perform site due diligence, including reviewing zoning and permitting requirements for local and state agencies.
Manage project and permitting coordination with local and state agencies.
Coordinate site design with clients, local and state agencies, and project team members, including project managers, engineers, and designers.
Work in a team environment.
Perform other duties as needed.