Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works

Description

• Complete projects within client specifications, budgets and schedules
• The individual will also be coordinating with and providing direction to engineers-in-training, CADD technicians, and project support staff to prepare the project documents (drawings and technical specifications) for permitting and bidding
• Serve as Civil Engineer in the development of design schematics, construction plans, specifications and estimates
• Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and is responsible for assigned portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.
• Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.
• Will work on all types of projects, but the focus will be on site development. This will include design development from concept design phase through completion of construction documents
• The site development will include but not be limited to grading, floodplain mitigation, drainage, drainage detention, paving, and utilities. The individual will be coordinating with other disciplines within HZI and well as sub-consultants including Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, etc. throughout the design phase
• Support project proposals, scopes, budgets, and manage execution and tracking of projects
• Coordinate with EITs, designers and drafters
• Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate the construction administration
• Actively engages and participates in the training, coaching, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Coordinate online meetings, preparation of meeting agendas, and distribution of meeting
• Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstacles.
• The individual will also provide support for the development of scopes of work, labor hour estimates, and project scheduling for new projects. On occasion as directed, individual will communicate directly with clients
• Undertakes Project Manager responsibilities for major projects ($2.0+ million annual billing).
• Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
• Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.
• The individual will provide construction administration support for such activities as contractor submittal reviews, contractor requests for information, review of contractor monthly invoices and provide recommendations for invoice approvals, participation in construction progress meetings, occasional site visits as necessary

Requirements

• Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
• Cultivates relationships with clients and holds strong relationships with clients.
• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process including weekly rhythm.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Ability to present in a meeting
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel and Word software
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.
• Ability to design printed and digital engineering documents
• Registered Professional Engineer
• 5+ years of civil engineering design experience in Public Works
• Ability to write clearly to communicate technical issues and design ideas

Benefits

• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance