Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer Position

Davis & Floyd is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join our Site Design Team in our Charleston Office. Our firm has been providing quality engineering services to our clients since 1954. This candidate will become part of a team that provides project consulting, site planning, design, permitting, and engineering services to a wide variety of clients. The ideal candidate will work in a strong team environment of highly motivated professionals for a privately owned and oriented company that prides itself on integrity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of site design such as processing surveys, grading, drainage, stormwater management, water distribution and sewer collection, erosion control, SWPPP and reports, as well as project bidding and construction management
• Develop construction cost estimates
• Solve problems and provide technical advice
• Check and prepare site plans, designs, and drawings
• Review data collected through field studies and surveys
• Apply sound engineering principles to the solution of routine technical problems
• Coordinate and manage daily activities/scheduling of various assigned projects
• Review and prepare design computations and quantity estimates
• Assist senior level engineers and project managers with project design, project specifications, and inspections
• Correspond with clients and regulatory agencies by phone, in writing and in person to communicate and establish expectations
• Conduct construction site visits to monitor progress and other contracted construction services
• Assist senior level engineers and project managers with ensuring budgets, schedules and project specifications are met
• Assist in preparation of presentation material for client meetings and public review sessions
• Mentor and oversee the work of staff civil engineers and technical subordinates
• Train and mold EIT's into consummate licensed professionals
• Provide necessary coordination and follow-up on the work to ensure quality standards and client satisfaction are met
• Assist senior civil engineers/project managers by executing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) is required
• Minimum of 8 years design experience in site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and permitting with an emphasis on technical design and permitting on commercial and industrial projects
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local agency regulations
• Knowledge of engineering and surveying practices
• Experience managing a wide variety of site development projects, and working with clients
• Ability to manage and clearly communicate with staff and clients
• Experience in Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Vehicle Tracking, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SEDCAD and PCSWMM
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work
• A positive attitude and willingness to train and learn