Senior Civil Engineer - Coastal

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $70-90k / year

OVERVIEW

At Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), we value community minded individuals. Through the hard work and dedication of our Coastal Engineers, the navigable waterways that define our communities can be maintained and protected. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our communities by creating value through problem-solving and design.

In this role, we are looking for an individual who can perform civil engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction; one who will take pride in the work they perform to improve the local landscape. The ideal candidate must have knowledge in sea level fluctuation evaluations, dredging, shoreline and sediment budget analysis, and marina development. Project management experience is essential.

DBFs portfolio includes projects of a wide variety, so if you are looking to expand your repertoire and improve your abilities, this position is the perfect fit for you. We also offer opportunities for promotion if you meet our needs. This is an in-person position only. No hybrid or remote work is available at this time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Utilize design software, computer aided drafting, and other applicable tools to plan, design, and permit public works projects such as water infrastructure, stormwater conveyance / management, marina development, detached breakwaters, bulkhead analysis, and stone jetty design.

2. Assist public and private clients with plan reviews, project planning, and associated coordination with regulatory agencies.

3. Perform civil design analysis and calculations according to project requirements.

4. Plan projects based on the analysis of relevant materials such as drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, survey reports, maps, and other geologic and topography data.

5. Draft and present reports on topics related to projects such as numerical modeling of dredged material within a water body and coastal erosion.

6. Estimate materials, equipment, and labor needed to determine project costs.

7. Perform other related duties as necessary for successful completion of projects.

EDUCATION & SKILLS

The preferred candidate would possess a four (4) year degree in civil or coastal engineering. A minimum of four (4) years of related experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and the demonstrated ability to market and work with planners, developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies is expected. The preferred candidate shall possess a professional engineering license in the State of Maryland or have the ability to obtain licensure within 12 months of employment.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should be :

Detail Oriented Ability to exercise attention to detail and have a solid understanding of how sites and buildings are designed and constructed.

Creative Ability to innovate and develop creative solutions within the built environment.

An Effective Communicator Ability to clearly communicate ideas, actively listen, and ask appropriate questions.

A Critical Thinker Ability to problem solve, make good decisions, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

BENEFITS

We attract the best in the industry with our competitive benefits package.

Benefits include :

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Annual paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Flexible summer hours

Education Assistance and professional licensing reimbursement

Flexible savings account

Bonus pay