Civil Site Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

Essential Job FunctionsResponsibilities:

• Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of civil-site built environments and infrastructure for large scale land developments, master planned communities, mixed used projects, commercial and industrial projects, roadway and utility, and streetscape enhancements
• Evaluate design/construction-related deficiencies associated with grading and drainage, stormwater management and conveyance, underground utility systems and installation, erosion control, concrete flatwork, asphalt pavements, and hardscape systems
• May investigate matters involving:
  • design of site-visibility at intersections, vehicular use areas, parking lots, pedestrian and vehicular ingress/egress ways
  • the applicability of MUTCD and ADA standards
  • preparation, permitting, and construction implementation of civil/site construction plans related to DOT, water management districts, and various municipalities
  • municipal zoning and variance hearings
  • code, regulations, and standards interpretation and application.
  • Stormwater management quantity and quality design, above and below ground
  • Floodplain delineation
  • Stormwater collection and conveyance systems
  • Sediment and erosion control design and inspections
  • Hydrology and hydraulics design
  • Site grading design
  • Development processes during design and construction
  • Close out procedures of land development projects
  • Failure modes of infrastructure systems
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Responsible for retention and development of client relations
• Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
• Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
• Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work
• Other related duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of five (5) years of civil/site development experience
• P. E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing
• Must possess strong writing skills
• Public speaking experience a plus
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with the following is a plus:
  • design of site-visibility at intersections, vehicular use areas, parking lots, pedestrian and vehicular ingress/egress ways
  • applicability of MUTCD and ADA standards
  • preparation, permitting, and construction implementation of civil/site construction plans related to DOT, water management districts, and various municipalities
  • municipal zoning and variance hearings
  • code, regulations, and standards interpretation and application.
  • Stormwater management quantity and quality design, above and below ground
  • Floodplain delineation
  • Stormwater collection and conveyance systems
  • Sediment and erosion control design and inspections
  • Hydrology and hydraulics design
  • Site grading design
  • Development processes during design and construction
  • Close out procedures of land development projects
  • Failure modes of infrastructure systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel on a variable schedule, including 50% of the time locally and 20% of the time overnight
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
• Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
• Ability to work at various heights on structures
• Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications
• Ability to handle occasional long workdays and non-traditional hours

S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.