Senior Civil Engineer - Site Development

Overview

The Civil Engineer will provide design and plan production for general civil design on a wide variety of projects which may include site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities. Will perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Join our team of problem solvers. What problems are we solving?

• How to replace an old sewer with a new 30” pipe to support a large city’s growth for the next generations.
• All the utilities, drainage, site layout, and material inspections for a new 23 story hotel.
• Take a scenic wooded lot and guide its development into a high-end campground.
• Figure out how to keep an electrical substation built in a floodplain, from flooding.
• Guide the development of a large apartment complex, from concept to an open house.

We are looking for candidates who enjoy solving problems and working with a collaborative team.

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects
• Manage projects including client communications, public input and feedback, and internal support
• Perform AutoCAD Civil 3D design/drafting in support of civil engineering design projects
• Performs, trains, and provides guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD work, and data collection
• Prepares, provides training, provides guidance, and reviews engineering designs and reports which includes design calculations and plan preparation
• Performs, provides training for, and guides quality assurance, ensuring projects get carried out as designed and recommend modifications as needed
• Ability to identify engineering and surveying services needed by the client and the ability to draft proposals and estimate fees
• Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals
• Write and edit construction specifications and engineering reports
• Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications
• Estimate construction costs
• Conduct periodic visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work
• Knowledge of financing and funding including public and private sources

• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in all work tasks
• Ability to plan, schedule work and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of working with a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, and technicians
• Broad computer knowledge in particular Microsoft Office products
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Mentoring capability
• Broad knowledgebase of civil engineering projects rather than a subject matter expert in any one civil engineering area

• Reports to the Manager of Site Services
• May have responsibility for multiple direct reports

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• PE licensure in Michigan
• 10+ years of experience managing site development and land transformation
• 10+ years of experience in A/E/C industry with record of client retention/attraction

• 5+ years of experience in developing business
• 5+ years of experience managing direct reports
• PE licensure in Indiana

Travel: Local travel as required

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility upon hire date
• Multiple Medical plans including those with HSA employer contributions
• 100% Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and personal/professional development
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), Incentive Bonuses, and Ownership Opportunities (we’re 100% employee-owned!)
• Employee and Family activities including ski and fishing trips, sporting events, and so much more!

Wightman is a full-service consulting firm that exists to service people and the communities we live in. Our dynamic team of over 170 professionals works to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, business, and institutions in our communities. Our unique approach is to offer comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services, industry expertise, accurate scope of work, and a passion for listening.

Services offered include Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Surveying. Our firm is based out of Southwest Michigan, Metro Detroit and Northern Indiana.

We are fun, creative, and passionate about our work and family life. To learn more, visit our Life at Wightman page: