What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Project Engineer - Building Site Planning/Land Development position at Wight & Company?
Wight & Company is a leading Architectural, Engineering and Construction firm! Our mission is to implement projects that holistically embrace sustainable design principles. We are currently looking for Civil Engineers to work in our Land Development group on site development projects.
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of construction documents and specifications under the direction of a Professional Engineer. Document production includes existing conditions plan, demolition plan, site & layout plan, grading and drainage plan, erosion control plans, utility/infrastructure plans and construction details.
- Perform design calculations for utility designs, Stormwater management, green infrastructure, earthwork, grading, erosion control etc. under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
- Permitting / Regulatory Reviews. Applicant will be responsible to submit and coordinate permitting review processes with multiple agencies including local municipalities, local County governments, IEPA, MWRD, IDNR, and IDOT.
- Quantity and Cost Estimates: Applicant should be able to put together Engineer’s Opinion of Cost. Applicant will work with professional engineer and cost estimator to finalize documentation.
- Technical Report Writing: Applicant will be required to produce concise technical documentation including Stormwater Management Reports, Traffic & Circulation Analysis, and design impact analysis.
- Work closely with other engineers, architects, and project team members to create integrated sustainable solutions
Requirements:
- BS. in Civil Engineering; minimum 3-6 years of civil design experience required.
- Experience in Site Civil / Land Development, knowledge of site grading, stormwater management, sanitary sewer design, water supply systems, and basic site development design skills for private and public sector projects is required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Engineer track is preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.
- Experience with Stormwater Management modeling is preferred.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Wight has the best group of team players with solid engineering backgrounds in the Chicago-land area. We offer competitive benefits, employee mentorship, a friendly work culture and a state-of-the-art office facility.
Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Please view the following links for more information - EEO, EEO Supplement, and Pay Transparency.
Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.
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