Civil Project Engineer - Land Development

Location Long Island City
Discipline: Civil
Salary: 90,000-110,000
Contact name: Tanzeem Syed

Contact email: tanzeem.syed@lesterhamilton.com
Published: 14 days ago
Startdate: ASAP
​​Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;

  • Valid Professional Engineer license;

  • 6+ years of related site/civil land development experience;

  • Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations;

  • Strong client development, client communication, client management abilities, and ability to develop new work;

  • Site/civil experience on a variety of project sites including the ability to design site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc

  • Demonstrated ability effectively managing projects from concept through construction documents;

  • Self-starter with the ability to manage, motivate, mentor and lead others;

  • Ability to work well on multi-disciplinary projects;

  • Expertise in stormwater management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design, and SWPPP preparation;

  • Experienced in technical and proposal writing;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Proficiency of AutoCAD or Civil 3D;

  • Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies;

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;

  • Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and

  • Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing

Responsibilities
  • This individual will serve a key function in performing and coordinating the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects, and coaching, training, and overseeing staff

  • In this role, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a passionate, collaborative team of civil engineers, working on exciting and meaningful projects across many different market sectors

  • Lead the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects

  • Coordinates and provides client communication;

  • Design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc

  • Develop new clients for the firm and maintain relationships with existing clients;

  • Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines

  • Monitors budgets, schedules, and project timelines

  • Minimizes write-offs by keeping projects on budget;

  • Report and proposal writing

  • Write and review draft reports, including feasibility studies, stormwater management reports, technical specifications, and utility reports;

  • Provide expertise in hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design including SWPPP preparation and water quality compliance;

  • Work closely with office leadership to develop growth plans and ensure staff utilization; and

  • Perform other duties as requested