Senior Civil Engineer

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Ghafari Full time

Job Summary:

The Senior Civil Engineer will oversee the preparation and management of site development plans and specifications for commercial and industrial sites in accordance with client requirements and local ordinances.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage project scope, civil budget, design approach, and applicable constraints with the Manager of Civil Engineering, Project Manager, client, and/or engineering team as appropriate.
  • Prepare feasibility studies and civil cost estimates.
  • Develop site layouts in accordance with zoning and other applicable ordinances and requirements.
  • Edit or draft project specifications.
  • Evaluate design options for consideration by Project Manager and/or client.
  • Monitor project budgets and schedules.
  • Prepare working drawings for construction on CAD with support from department staff when applicable.
  • Conduct field measuring and/or survey verification at project site.
  • Review drawings for omissions, errors, overall quality, content accuracy, and compliance with standards and codes.
  • Review product submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents.
  • Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, and other project correspondence.
  • Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications.
  • Attend meetings with governmental agencies as required for obtaining site plan approval.
  • Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and for less experienced staff.
  • Coordinate project with other disciplines and advise of site/building system conflicts.
  • Prepare site plan submittal documents in accordance with local requirements.
  • Visit construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents.
  • Develop and mentor less experienced staff.
  • Develop cost and quantity estimates.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Professional registration.
  • 15+ years of related experience in site design and civil engineering.
  • Advanced level proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Bluebeam.
  • Knowledge in Infraworks and BIM 360 a bonus.
  • Knowledge/proficiency in hydraulics and hydrology system design, state and federal environmental laws.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong attention to detail.

About Ghafari:

Ghafari Associates, LLC is a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants that blend insight with technological innovation to help clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

We provide flexible work environments, career mapping, and opportunities for management and mentorship roles. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, with an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.


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