Wightman · 11 hours ago
Senior Civil Engineer - Municipal
Benton Harbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelWightman is a full-service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in. The Civil Engineer will provide design and plan production for municipal infrastructure projects and manage various aspects of civil engineering design projects.
Civil Engineering
Hiring Manager
Crystal Snow, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
Manage projects including client communications, public input and feedback, and internal support
Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
Performs, trains, and provides guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD work, and data collection
Prepares, provides training, provides guidance, and reviews engineering designs and reports which includes design calculations and plan preparation
Performs, provides training for, and guides quality assurance, ensuring projects get carried out as designed and recommend modifications as needed
Ability to identify engineering and surveying services needed by the client and the ability to draft proposals and estimate fees
Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals
Write and edit construction specifications and engineering reports
Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications
Estimate construction costs
Conduct periodic visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work
Knowledge of financing and funding including public and private sources
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university degree program is required
experience in construction or civil engineering field
Active PE License or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks
Ability to plan, schedule work and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Capable of working with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
Broad computer knowledge in particular Microsoft Office products
Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
Mentoring capability
Broad knowledgebase of civil engineering projects rather than a subject matter expert in any one civil engineering area
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility upon hire date
Multiple Medical plans including those with HSA employer contributions.
100% Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and personal/professional development.
Generous PTO and paid holidays.
Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
401(k), Incentive Bonuses, and Ownership Opportunities (we’re 100% employee-owned!)
Employee and Family activities including ski and fishing trips, sporting events, and so much more!
Company
Wightman
Wightman is a full-service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in.
Founded in 1946
51-200 employees
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