Senior Civil Engineer

2 weeks ago


Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States Clark Nexsen Full time

A Senior Civil Engineer will oversee and execute civil engineering responsibilities on diverse building design initiatives, ranging from small-scale to extensive projects, including those focused solely on civil engineering.

Key Responsibilities encompass but are not limited to:

  • Leading civil engineering tasks as a principal project engineer, which includes analysis and design related to utilities, roadways, site grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and site plan development; collaborating with other design teams; managing the creation of contract documents; and ensuring adherence to project budgets and timelines.
  • Collaborating within a multi-disciplinary design team.
  • Engaging with clients to define and confirm project scope.
  • Creating marketing and presentation materials as required.
  • Seeking guidance from Senior Engineers and Department Heads to address technical and coordination challenges.
  • Supervising and mentoring Civil II/III engineers, CAD Technicians, and other project staff, especially when facing complex issues.
  • Conducting civil services related to the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments, and managing bid openings and tabulations.
  • Executing civil services during the construction phase, such as site visits, responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and generating record drawings.
  • Adhering to the organization's quality control protocols and procedures.
  • Interacting with and taking direction from senior personnel.
  • Participating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with colleagues.
  • Guiding and monitoring the professional growth of junior civil staff.

Project Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Carrying out tasks as assigned by senior staff.
  • Drafting scope and fee proposals for the civil components of multi-disciplinary or standalone civil projects.
  • Conducting project code analysis for review by the Senior Engineer.
  • Producing accurate, comprehensive, and code-compliant civil drawings and specifications for schematic, design development, and construction document submissions.
  • Reviewing calculations and all outputs generated by Civil II/III engineers and technicians assigned to the project, particularly focusing on analysis and design assumptions, input data, and output results.
  • Coordinating drawings with technical specifications.
  • Aligning work products with other disciplines.
  • Incorporating responses to quality control comments into project documents.
  • Assisting in addressing RFIs, Dr. Check comments, etc.
  • Reviewing and responding to construction administration submittals.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

  • Graduation from an ABET-accredited engineering program in one of the following fields:
    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil and Environmental Engineering
    • Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering
    • Civil Engineering Technology
  • A post-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or a related field may be considered favorably.
  • Must hold a professional engineering license in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction.
  • A Senior Civil Engineer typically possesses 4-6 years of substantial design and practical experience in a leadership capacity within a civil engineering firm or a multi-disciplinary architectural and engineering firm. Experience in utilities, roadways, site grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and site plan preparation is advantageous.
  • Possession of an NCEES record to facilitate licensure through reciprocity is preferred.
  • Familiarity with sustainable design principles and practices, along with LEED AP accreditation, is preferred.
  • Additional certifications such as CFM, CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to demonstrate personal growth and an expanding knowledge base in the profession.
  • Active involvement in NSPE, ASCE, or other relevant professional organizations is desirable.
  • A Senior Civil Engineer should be proficient in utilizing current company software for word processing, email, accounting, and information management. Current software includes:
    • AutoCAD Civil 3D
    • PCSWMM
    • Pondpack
    • SewerGems
    • Water Gems
    • Microsoft Teams
    • Word
    • Excel
  • Experience as a lead designer or civil engineer on federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, higher education, or similar projects, along with experience in Design/Build and CM at Risk project delivery methods, is desirable.

Additional Skills and Attributes

  • Ability to create effective and concise documents and correspondence.
  • Capability to deliver impactful presentations to diverse audiences.
  • A proactive attitude with a commitment to providing exceptional professional services.
  • Dedication to personal professional development and the success of colleagues and the firm.
  • Commitment to advancing the engineering profession.

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily sedentary and typically performed in an office environment. The workspace is well-lit, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending, and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Workplace Flexibility

We have established two common in-office days to foster collaboration and innovation while supporting learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We encourage everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility, to be determined between you and your supervisor, considering your project team members and clients. This schedule aims to offer the desired work-life balance while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.

Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We strive to discover, inspire, and shape ideas that transform our world. Our design efforts are driven by a greater purpose. Our culture is a result of collective innovation and inspiration, supporting and challenging one another to create impactful transformations. Great ideas emerge from collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and passions. Our process enhances communities through discovery and design, as we believe ideas possess the power to change the world.



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