Civil/Site Development Engineer III

Job Description

Job Description

SGM is seeking a Civil Engineer III for an in-person candidate in our Gunnison, Grand Junction, or Durango, CO office. This position is primarily in-person and based at one of our office locations. Regular in-office attendance is required and is not considered a remote role. Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to live, work, and play in Western Colorado and want to be part of a high-performing team that will help forward SGM’s mission to make its clients successful by delivering innovative, practical solutions.

SGM offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision coverage, employer-paid STD/LTD/Life, HSA/FSA plans, 401k employer match, parental leave, vacation & sick leave, 8 paid holidays, and incentive compensation bonuses. Benefits may be prorated for part-time employees. This position will be posted until filled but no sooner than three days from now. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field
• PE Certification or ability to obtain in the first year of employment
• Minimum 5-10 years of engineering work experience 
• Organized, fast learner, and detail-oriented
• Ability to execute well-defined technical and engineering tasks
• Strong familiarity and working knowledge in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D design software with interest to expand CAD knowledge base. Ability to use Civil 3D as a design tool.
• Experience in general civil engineering and municipal engineering work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Excellent client service skills 
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to conduct site visits in a mountain environment

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Colorado PE license in civil engineering or related field 
• Experience in Geotechnical Engineering
• Experience in Structural Engineering
• Surveying experience
• GPS/GIS experience
• Septic System (OWTS) design certification
• Construction project administration and oversight experience
• Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• An active member of relevant professional organizations
• Demonstrated initiative and participation in community involvement and outreach
• Software experience/proficiency
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D 
  • Hydrologic modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or similar)
  • MS Office software such as Word and Excel