Civil Project Engineer bei Salas O’Brien

Civil Project Engineer

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

The candidate's primary role will be a Civil Project Engineer, which requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team collaborating with project clients and consultants. Experience and capabilities preferably include training, education, engineering proficiency, technical skills, and some project management for varying civil engineering project types and sizes. The Candidate will be required to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service, and shall be; resourceful and flexible completing tasks, effective at handling multiple tasks and projects, have good computer skills, have strong presentation, written, and verbal skills, and be able to effectively delegate or be delegated to while working in a collaborative format with multiple teams or team members. The position is seeking a candidate with experience in designing infrastructure and site development and planning in the following key categories:

• Higher Education
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing/Industrial/Warehouses
• Municipal
• Commercial/Retail
• Data Centers/Mission Critical/Essential Facilities

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering projects (e.g. – data collection, feasibility, zoning compliance, grading, stormwater management, utilities, roadways and parking lots, road access, exterior lighting, erosion & sediment control, etc.)
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables from concept through construction
• Coordinate with surveyors, architects, planners, jurisdictions of authority, and environmental consultants/agencies
• Prepare construction documents (CD’s, plans/details) in AutoCAD and technical specifications
• Assist clients with development permits and project compliance
• Communicate design recommendations to clients, project team members, and bidders/contractors during presentations, meetings, via email, and by phone as necessary.  
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and regulatory or permitting agencies
• Prepare, review, and coordinate construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications to satisfy project requirements
• Work independently on projects or lead a project team with other technical staff to design and detail civil engineering needs, assuring that the work is accurate and coordinated and that the quality control and assurance standards have been followed
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and engineering standards for civil engineering and site planning
• Participate in onsite observations, information gathering, and interaction with clients and contractors both during the design and construction phases of the projects
• Represent the firm in meetings and/or hearings with clients, municipalities, and public agencies
• Support business development through proposal writing and client presentations
• Stay abreast of new design and analysis technologies, software, and construction standards through continuing education activities and research
• Perform civil design calculations, analysis, and assessments following office documentation standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field is required.
• Candidates must have passed or plan to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. 
• Three (3) to seven (7) years of work experience in civil engineering.
• Candidates should have familiarity or experience with common civil analysis and design software (HydroCAD, SewerCAD, WaterCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, OpenFlows, InfoDrainage, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, & etc.).
• Candidates must be proficient in AutoCAD.
• A licensed professional engineer is preferred but not required.
• This opportunity is intended to be an in-office full-time position.

Preferred:

• Site planning and land-use development
• Grading, utility, and drainage plans
• Stormwater management modeling, analysis, design, and reports
• Stormwater pollution prevention plans and erosion & sediment control plans
• Pressure and gravity distribution systems (stormwater, water, and wastewater)
• Pump stations and pump curves
• Exterior lighting and photometric plans
• Roadway and parking design
• Development permits and zoning compliance
• Vehicle/truck maneuvering diagrams
• Public speaking/hearings/presentations/Client representation
• Field measurements, surveyor coordination, and data collection
• Familiarity with geotechnical reports, subsurface testing, soil assessments and logs, infiltration testing, and soil mechanics
• Familiarity with legal documentation for properties (easements, deeds, R.O.W.’s etc.)

Location: Location: New Orleans, LA (in-office preferred)

Travel: Project-Related Travel: Up to 20% (nationally)

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $85,000 - $115,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.