Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

SeamonWhiteside is in search of an ambitious and talented professional to serve as a Project Engineer in the Asheville, NC area. 

The Project Engineer is a growth position with a primary focus on further development of the fundamentals of civil design as well as SW+ design, computer, and general office standards. This role contributes and supports the engineering team in master planning, engineering design, and research for specific tasks on projects.

The Project Engineer is expected to continue to further develop necessary drafting, design, and research skills to assist the engineers and project managers in the analysis of proposed and current projects.  This position will continue to seek mentorship to better understand and analyze plan presentation, reliability, engineering design, project scopes and delivery timelines.

  About Us

Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW+, we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW+ leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW+ has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects.

With over 200 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW+ inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW+ offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities.

In addition, company-sponsored events such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors, provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university required

Experience:

• 5- 10 years’ experience, previous Civil Engineering with a Civil Engineering design firm or construction related experience highly desirable

Desired Skills

• Professional Engineer (P.E) Required
• Basic Knowledge and Understanding of Project Proposals (Scope of Work, Permitting Process, Project Budget, and Project Schedule)
• Ability to Coordinate with outside consultants involved in the project (surveyors, traffic consultants, architects, geotechnical engineers, MEP engineers, wetland consultants, arborist, etc
• Developmental Time Management and Organization Skills
• Ability to Mentor fellow Civil Designers, Technicians, and Interns
• Demonstrate Ability and Proficiency in the Project Management of at least one (1) Civil Design Project from Kick-off to Closeout
• Demonstrate proficiency in Client Contact Skills and Effective Business Development
• Ability to perform QA/QC reviews on civil design work and plan presentation. Expected to assist in review of tasks prepared by Civil Designers, Technicians, and Interns prior to delivery of work product to the Civil Project Manager for review
• Ability to Manage and Assign Tasks to Civil Designers, Techs, and Interns in an efficient manner
• Ability to prepare a complete set of construction documents for multiple project types in various jurisdictions with assistance from civil engineering staff
• Ability to review and comment on Final Plats, Roadway and Drainage asbuilts, Water and Sewer asbuilts provided by the contractor and surveyor
• Ability to coordinate asbuilt comments between the surveyor and contractor for any field items found during asbuilt review
• Working know of the Closeout process and timeline
• Involvement in Companywide Strategic Initiatives and Committees
• A valid driver's license

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to work in a team environment

SW+ Benefits

• Flexible schedule (Work/Life Balance)
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 100% Company-paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance.
• 401K with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program

For more information on our company and benefits, please visit our website at  

SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.