Lead Civil Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Lakewood, CO, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline. Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior civil design experience.
- Professional Licensure/Certification.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate r
- Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Proficiency with technical writing, discipline-specific design software.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Full description
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Civil Engineer for our Madison, WI and/or Lakewood, CO office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
In this role you will lead tasks related to civil and environmental engineering projects with a primary focus on the energy and waste industries, but may also be involved in other business sectors such as mining, industrial, and transportation. The successful candidate will be able to lead and support a diverse range of topics under the broad umbrella of civil engineering, such as: hydrology, hydraulics, civil design, water management, preparation of construction documents, regulatory compliance, and surface water management. Work includes integration and collaboration with related geotechnical, geologic, and environmental efforts. An appreciation for high quality, effective communication, and client-focused work products is essential. Some travel will be required.
Within this role you will provide technical assistance and guidance for civil and water infrastructure projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assisting with research, design, conceptual development, planning, and construction of waste containment facilities, water supply systems, and groundwater monitoring networks. A successful candidate is expected to write and review reports and documentation regarding material, installation, and construction specifications, while ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
- Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
- Perform professional civil engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
- Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.