Senior Civil Engineer

Description

SMRT is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm specializing in high-performing, complex, and sustainable environments. We are a collaborative team united by a shared vision, seeking innovative professionals ready to design for what's next.

We solve complex problems with smart, inventive solutions. Collaboration drives our success, allowing us to create exceptional spaces and tackle challenges head-on. We're committed to partnership with clients and colleagues, if you're curious, creative, and committed to sustainable design, you’ll fit right in.

Join SMRT's Civil Engineering group and be part of our dynamic team. Collaborate through the integrated design process with experts across architecture, structural, electrical, site, and interiors to shape innovative solutions from start to finish. Dive into projects requiring design of site layout, drainage, and utility infrastructure, making a direct impact on owner operations, maintenance, and sustainability. Perform land use permitting requiring complex coordination with the design team and regulatory agencies. Beyond design, engage in exciting pursuits and business development, working alongside top-of-their-game professionals to deliver cutting-edge, sustainable solutions.

What our Senior Civil Engineers Do:

• Provide civil engineering services for public and private clients in multiple markets including health care, education, STEM, government, judicial, and commercial projects. 
• Organize and manage civil engineering design tasks by civil engineers for projects from preliminary to final design. 
• Direct the preparation of specifications, cost estimates, construction drawings, and bid packages.
• Develop project design schedules that incorporate civil engineering services including design and permitting to meet client expectations. 
• Oversight of civil engineering deliverables, requirements, and standards. Responsible for quality control and quality assurance. 
• Establish working relationships and coordination with client technical staff and project staff with state and local governments and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers in performing civil engineering design including site evaluation, layout and traffic design, drainage and erosion control, and utility infrastructure. Develop standards of care for performing design and preparing drawings and documents. 
• Develop and identify professional development opportunities and training for civil engineering staff. Serve as a technical resource to all disciplines on civil engineering skills and knowledge. 
• Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.
• Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost and scheduling performance.
• Identify schedule and cost variances and develop and implement recommendations for corrective action.
• Assists with the identification of civil engineering teaming and resource requirements.

Skills you need to be successful in this role:

• Broadly experienced in site master planning, design, construction administration, and land use and environmental permitting.
• Knowledge and experience with national, state, and local ordinances, codes, and regulations as they pertain to civil engineering and site design.
• Strong experience working on multi-disciplinary projects. Ability to relate and interact with other disciplines to coordinate site      infrastructure with building features.
• Strong construction administration experience including understanding of site materials, systems, and construction      methods.
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously meet multiple deadlines on multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong oral presentation skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines on      multiple projects.
• Proficient in HydroCAD, Microsoft Office, and other project software. 
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What WE have to offer:

• Flexible work environment. 
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Volunteer Hours) starting at 6 weeks total[KC1] . 
• Healthcare, Dental, and Life Insurance benefits. 
• Immediate start 401(K) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution. 
• Education and training assistance.
• Reimbursement for licensure. 

SMRT is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition or disability or any other legally protected status. 

Requirements

Necessary Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 18 years of site design, master planning and civil engineering experience.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, with the ability to acquire licenses in multiple states.