Jobs · Engineering · Michigan

Sr. Civil Engineer

Fives DyAG Corp. · Grand Rapids, MI · 11 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Site Analysis & Planning:

  • Conduct site feasibility studies, surveys, zoning research, and make preliminary layout recommendations.

Design & Engineering:

  • Grading, earthwork cut/fill volumes, stormwater conveyance, and detention/retention systems.
  • Utility layouts: water distribution, sanitary sewers, storm systems, septic systems, and site paving.
  • Hydraulic modeling (e.g. Rational Method, Manning's Equation) for drainage systems.

Regulatory & Permitting:

  • Interpret and comply with municipal/state/federal codes; prepare, submit, and track permit applications.

Documentation:

  • Prepare and review construction drawings, technical specifications, grading/stormwater reports, cost estimates, and feasibility studies.

Client & Multi-Stakeholder Coordination:

  • Act as liaison among developers, architects, city officials, surveyors, utility providers, and subconsultants.

Site Visits & Construction Support:

  • Monitor construction activity, inspect installations, resolve field design issues, coordinate submittals and review as-built.

Project Management:

  • Track schedule, budget, and resource allocation, mentor junior staff, support quality control and reporting.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (ABET-accredited).
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
  • 10+ years of experience in land development or civil/site engineering, depending on level.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (or MicroStation) and hydraulic modeling software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Attributes & Certifications

  • Familiarity with local land-development codes, floodplain/stormwater regulations, and permit processes.
  • Educational and/or Municipal Project Experience is Highly Preferred.
  • Certifications like Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD), municipal/County-specific credentials can be advantageous.
  • Experience in a broad range of civil domains (traffic, geotech, environmental, grading), as land development often spans all civil engineering corners.

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