What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Project Civil Engineer position at Legacy Engineering?

Job Description

Overview

Legacy Engineering is a small, woman-owned civil engineering firm specializing in land development design, geotechnical services, construction materials testing and inspections along with surveying and consulting. We are headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia and proudly serve clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond.

We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Project Engineer to join our team! If you are enthusiastic about civil engineering and eager to be challenged, we have an opening for a key contributor ready to make an immediate impact. As Lead Project Engineer, you can leverage your education and knowledge with hands-on professional experience working on residential, industrial, and commercial land development projects. Job Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineers & technical staff.
Lead / manage complex engineering tasks and projects.
Demonstrate mastery of fundamental project management skills and use of PM advanced techniques / practices to increase productivity, efficiency, and accuracy.
Maintain a long-term perspective when reviewing technical work to optimized effectiveness of results.
Actively support corporate mission, goals, strategies, policies, and procedures.
Promotes effective communication & collaboration internally.
Create CAD drawings and details for site, subdivision, and infrastructure plans
Contribute to the preparation of full sets of construction plans
Site layout and utility design including water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems
Horizontal and vertical roadway design
Prepare erosion and sediment control plans
Generate SWM / BMP facilities hydrologic computations
Perform site distance analysis, site & house grading, waterline analysis, landscape design, traffic control designs and pavement design computations.
Complete SWM plans and design BMP facilities
Prepare site work quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bond estimates
Prepare planning / zoning exhibits & plans
Utilize ITE manual, lighting software, landscaping, HY-8, etc.
Perform quality control and plan reviews
Plan—CDP’s, GDP’s, CUP’s, layout feasibilities, site feasibilities, grading studies, etc.
Coordinate with other staff as necessary
Manage deadlines and communicate progress of multiple on-going projects.
Assist project managers with deliverables for city / county / federal / private submissions
Site visits to inspect and document conditions and / or construction progress and assist in field revisions and as-built projects (if local)
Any other assigned tasks

Qualifications

B.S. in Civil Engineering or similar field of study from an accredited university is preferred but not required

EIT certification is preferred; willingness to pursue further education and attain certifications including but not limited to PE, DEQ SWM Inspector, DEQ Plan Reviewer, Responsible Land Disturber, etc.

Experience with preparing and processing land development applications is preferred

Management and / or Project Management experience is strongly preferred; a proven track record in effective staff management / leadership is a plus

Experience working with a variety of transportation projects : roadway, highway, etc

Proven ability to contribute to plan preparation on all phases of an engineering design project while utilizing advanced engineering principles

Proven ability to work independently to solve engineering design issues as well as providing justification for corresponding work changes

Adaptable approach to learn and apply new skills effectively.

Proactive ability to investigate / seize opportunities to improve work products (especially with a corresponding sense of pride and ownership in your work!).

Ability to establish credibility in the field via professional organizations and other networking opportunities.

Proven ability to manage relationships with clients and external partners / contractors.

GIS experience preferred

Motivated and dedicate personality and willingness to learn and grow.

Familiarity with industry standards and requirements

Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D, Hydraflow, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred

Excellent time management and organizational skills; attention to detail

Experience providing excellent customer service

Team player with great interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to lift and / or move 50 pounds.

Ability to sit for extended periods of time in an office environment.

Ability to maintain a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Attention to detail and quality, while adhering to all safety requirements.

Effective verbal and written communication skills required.

Use of company provided equipment and working knowledge of MS Office programs.

Benefits

7 Paid Holidays

15 days of PTO

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage including a no cost employee medical option.

HSA and FSA plans available

Employer paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance plans

401k plan with up to 5% match.

Continuing education and certifications provided.

Some roles are eligible for our hybrid working program

And many more great benefits including numerous sponsored company events!

Legacy Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Legacy Engineering is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability / Protected Veterans

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