Civilitude Engineers & Planners · 5 months ago
Principal: Civil Field Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expCivilitude Engineers & Planners is an innovative firm in land development and infrastructure, dedicated to delivering efficient technical solutions. They are seeking a Principal Field Engineer to manage civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards and effective collaboration with stakeholders. The role involves overseeing fieldwork, managing permits, and ensuring project objectives are met while contributing to community-oriented projects.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Anticipate travel to project sites (50-75%) to oversee fieldwork per project pace and requirements. Typically, each active construction site is visited daily and construction crews need direction on demo, formwork and PROWAG compliant grades. Available on speed dial to contractors and city staff for questions. Confirm ADA and traffic control plan compliance daily
Perform initial walkthrough of each project assignment with the City Project Manager and GC Superintendent for scoping, and capture the scope by marking up base maps
Communicate with property owners, tenants, and other third-party stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met
Manage, verify and maintain on time General Permit plans and standard TCP
Manage, verify and maintain on budget preparation of cost estimation after scoping walkthrough
Ensure preconstruction meetings are scheduled and attended with the GC and City PM prior to construction kickoff
Attend and present status updates to City PM group at biweekly progress meetings
Manage the coordination with ATD and ATSD for signals, street narrowing, striping, speed calming, etc. and review schematics
Verify that daily photos are captured using a mobile phone or iPad with GIS/camera app and oversee preparation of daily reports
Ensure that the team is requesting and obtaining signed right-of-entry authorization where access to private property is required to achieve compliance in the public right-of-way
Verify that timely RAS inspections, punchlists are handled, oversee the completion of punch list items, and clear RAS reports are obtained
Attend quantity walkthroughs after project completion and review pay app for accuracy
Work closely with construction teams to verify that work is completed in accordance with engineering specifications and permits
Review construction documents in the field and address any discrepancies with the project team
Ensure firm invoices are accurate, timely, and interface with clients as needed to ensure timely collection
Qualification
Required
Professional Engineer license in Texas
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Construction Management
10+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on field engineering
Expertise in managing teams, timelines, client expectations, and quality work output
Expertise in representing the firm in public-facing roles
Valid driver's license with a favorable driving record
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to solve complex challenges as they arise
Proficiency in using technology for data collection and project management
Positive and professional attitude, with a commitment to promoting safe work environments
Willingness to work onsite in various weather conditions for extended durations
Preferred
Bilingual (English / Spanish) Preference
Benefits
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Worker's Compensation Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account
Work Life Balance
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Parental Leave
Retirement Benefits
401k
Up to 3% company matching
Ongoing Learning
Licensing CE requirements
Professional Learning
Company
Civilitude Engineers & Planners
Civilitude was founded in 2010 with a simple idea: civil engineering in Austin could be smarter, faster, and more collaborative.
11-50 employees
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Vice President, Partner
Billy Moyer
Chief People Officer
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