Sr. Lead Civil Engineer

Sr. Lead Civil Engineer opportunity at WSP in the U.S. Join our Jacksonville and Gainesville teams for a career focused on site work, public infrastructure and restoration projects, with opportunities for growth.

WSP’s Jacksonville and Gainesville team are growing, and we have an exciting career opportunity for an Sr. Lead Civil Engineer with an interest in site work, public infrastructure and restoration projects. Our environment offers a variety of challenging projects and a positive, flexible workplace. Our ideal candidate has strong technical capabilities, a commitment to delivering a quality product and a desire for career growth.

• Perform office work and fieldwork on civil, environmental and water resource engineering projects, including environmental remediation/restoration, parks/recreation, stormwater/drainage, and resiliency/sustainability projects.
• Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; prepare construction safety and phasing plans; update infrastructure layout plans requiring coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants and clients.
• Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation and reconstruction, grading, and drainage.
• Lead civil engineering projects of varying scales, ensuring team members understand tasks and deadlines; prepare and monitor project budgets, track hours and expenses, supervise subcontractors.
• Assist with engineering review of permit applications, design plans and specifications, and periodic construction inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and sound engineering practice.
• Meet with public or private entities or individuals to discuss engineering/construction challenges and programs.
• Support and develop a client base for civil/environmental engineering services including identifying additional business development opportunities.
• Mentor staff to support growth and professional development.
• Remain current in latest civil engineering techniques and practices.
• Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional and locally funded projects, as well as proposals and business development opportunities.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience in engineering and civil design with public works, environmental or water resources projects
• Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proficiency with civil engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and permitting
• Proficiency with infrastructure design
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-leadership and ability to guide mid-level to senior team members with QA/QC adherence
• Technical writing and office automation proficiency; experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or equivalent tools preferred
• Experience with preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to apply technical knowledge to data and results
• Ability to coordinate and direct subcontractors and ensure safe, efficient task completion
• Experience with business development and project proposals/qualification statements preferred
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company health, safety and harassment policies
• Flexibility to varying schedules and ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment
• Occasional travel may be required

• Master’s Degree in Engineering

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a world-leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S. We partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life and retirement savings. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Notice to third-party agencies: unsolicited resumes are not accepted.