Manager, Site Civil Engineering

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MANAGER, SITE CIVIL ENGINEERING

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of engineers to design and build civil infrastructure.
• Lead a project team of engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of civil projects, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for industrial and commercial type projects.
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts across multiple disciplines through contract close-out.
• Manage the execution and completion of construction projects.
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients.
• Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design, analysis, and drafting.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership position.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience where quick thinking and tangible problem-solving skills play a critical role.
• Demonstrated experience fostering an environment of extremely high personal accountability and responsibility.
• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying.
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience with multi-acre land development projects that includes due diligence, site layout, utilities, drainage, and permitting.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks.
• Valid driver’s license.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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