Supervisor, Civil Engineer - Energy

About the role

The Supervisor, Civil Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering support for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, with primary responsibility for civil and structural engineering scopes. This role supports project development, design review, estimating, procurement, and construction by ensuring third-party engineering designs meet project requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance reviews of third-party engineered plans, specifications, and calculations to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Lead value engineering efforts and implementation of best practices to optimize civil and structural design solutions, improve constructability, and reduce project costs.
• Prepare and review material take-offs, quantity estimates, and technical inputs supporting project estimating, bid preparation, and client proposal development.
• Assemble and review construction documents, including drawings and technical specifications, for bid packages and project execution.
• Serve as a technical resource during project procurement and contracting, including bid evaluations, pricing and schedule input, and technical review of prime contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Provide technical guidance on complex civil and structural project issues, including change order development and validation, schedule optimization, subcontractor coordination, and environmental or site considerations such as vegetation management and habitat impacts.
• Ensure civil and structural designs and construction documentation comply with applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and engineering standards.
• Participate in internal and external coordination meetings with engineers of record (EOR), general contractors, project owners, subcontractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Mentor, train, and support the development of engineers within the organization to strengthen technical capabilities in renewable energy infrastructure.
• Maintain professional licensure requirements and continuing education to stay current with evolving engineering standards, codes, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles applicable to utility-scale energy infrastructure.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to review and evaluate engineering plans, specifications, and calculations for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Ability to support project estimating, proposals, and technical documentation development.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex civil and structural engineering issues during project execution.
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Ability to communicate and document technical information effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to mentor and support the development of engineering staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Licensure/Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with the ability to obtain and maintain licensure in multiple states.
• Experience: 5–7 years of professional engineering experience, preferably with a civil/structural design firm, design-build contractor, or heavy civil general contractor, ideally supporting energy or renewable infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of current an ongoing development of relevant building codes and standards (i.e. ASTM, IBC, ACI, AISC and ASCE 7-16, etc.).
• Demonstrated time management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.

Skills

• Technical leadership and engineering support for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.
• Quality assurance reviews of third-party engineered plans, specifications, and calculations.
• Support project estimating, proposals, and technical documentation development.
• Analysis and resolution of complex civil and structural engineering issues.
• Coordination with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Technical communication and documentation.
• Management of multiple priorities and meeting project deadlines.
• Mentoring and supporting the development of engineering staff.

Benefits

CEI offers a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

Pay

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description.

Schedule

This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan. The role is currently hybrid, with flexibility in remote work options.