Civil Engineer

Job Description

Davis & Floyd is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join our Site Design Team in Charleston, SC. Our firm has been providing quality engineering services to our clients since 1954. This candidate will become part of a team that provides project consulting, site planning, design, permitting, and engineering services to a wide variety of clients. The ideal candidate will work in a strong team environment of highly motivated professionals for a family owned and oriented company that prides itself on integrity and quality.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following tasks:

Perform all aspects of site design such as processing surveys, grading, drainage, stormwater management, water distribution and sewer collection, erosion control, SWPPP and reports, as well as project bidding and construction management

Develop construction cost estimates

Solve problems and provide technical advice

Check and prepare site plans, designs, and drawings

Review data collected through field studies and surveys

Apply sound engineering principals to the solution of routine technical problems

Coordinate and manage daily activities/scheduling of various assigned projects

Review and prepare design computations and quantity estimates

Assist senior level engineers and project managers with project design, project specifications, and inspections

Correspond with clients and regulatory agencies by phone, in writing and in person to communicate and establish expectations

Conduct construction site visits to monitor progress and other contracted construction services

Assist senior level engineers and project managers with ensuring budgets, schedules and project specifications are met

Assist in preparation of presentation material for client meetings and public review sessions

Oversee the work of staff civil engineers and technical subordinates

Provide necessary coordination and follow-up on the work to ensure quality standards and client satisfaction are met

Assist senior civil engineers/project managers by executing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required

Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred

Minimum of 4 years design experience in site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and permitting with an emphasis on single family residential type construction

Familiarity with federal, state, and local agency regulations

Knowledge of engineering and surveying practices

Experience managing residential development projects, and working with clients in this market sector

Ability to manage and clearly communicate with staff and clients

Experience in Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Civil Storm V8i (preferred), SEDCAD, PondPack, and AuroTurn

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required

Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Full-time