Civil Engineer

Burgess & Niple is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our multi-discipline engineering consulting firm in Norfolk or Richmond. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute their design and technical expertise on interesting and challenging projects.

• Design sites or subdivisions using industry-standard software such as Civil 3D.
• Conduct site assessments, including zoning research, code compliance, utility analysis, GIS research, and site constraints evaluation.
• Perform stormwater calculations using engineering formulas or software.
• Draft specifications based on industry, federal, state, regional, or municipal publications.
• Create site plan sets for review by authorities, including demolition, erosion and sediment control, utility, and site plans, profiles, and detail sheets.
• Prepare reports and narratives for design and construction documentation.
• Estimate construction costs using local and industry-standard pricing guides.
• Conduct site visits for project orientation and construction observation.
• Coordinate with the design team, clients, and permitting authorities.
• Prepare permit applications and supporting documents.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At minimum, EIT certification with the goal of becoming a PE.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of learning virtual collaboration tools.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and other relevant software.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Consulting and Engineering
• Industry: Civil Engineering