Site Civil Project Engineer

Hiring in Frankfort, KY or Louisville, KY.

What You'll Contribute to OHM Advisors

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the civil engineering design efforts on a variety of land development opportunities, primarily for private sector clients.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Project Managers to develop and execute a scope of services which supports the needs and goals of the Client.

Project Engineers are key decision makers throughout the life of a project, providing direction from conceptual design through construction.

Your Primary Focus

Project Management :

• Provide guidance to the PM regarding anticipated tasks and relative effort.
• Achieve project success, adhering to work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee design team and facilitate QA / QC.

Technical Expertise :

• Planning and design of new construction and redevelopment sites.
• Preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, studies, technical memoranda, and other project documentation.
• Regulatory knowledge within the project’s jurisdiction.
• Familiarity with Zoning & Land Use Codes, Subdivision Regulations, and Design Standards
• Stormwater management, quantity / quality controls. Understanding of Best Management Practices for design and construction.
• Functional knowledge of sanitary sewer, water, power, gas, and telecom utilities.
• Grading design for mass earthwork, roadways, parking lots, building pads, sidewalks, and other site improvements. Understanding of ADA & PROWAG design requirements.
• Competency in Land Surveying practices. Ability to interpret plats, deeds, easements, legal descriptions, etc.
• Expertise with topographic models of existing and proposed conditions.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3d, hydrologic / hydraulic modeling programs, AutoTurn and similar civil engineering design software.

Teamwork and Leadership :

• Work collaboratively with team of internal staff, external consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor staff and contribute to organizational growth.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Advancement Opportunities :

• Gain experience in diverse projects and advance your career within the organization.
• Multiple paths for advancement exist, including technical expertise, project management, team leadership, and client relations / business development.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in Site Design, Civil Engineering, or Land Development.
• Kentucky PE license is required. Indiana or Tennessee PE is a plus.
• Design experience for private development projects in residential, commercial, or industrial markets.
• Experience preparing construction documents including plan drawings, specifications, bid documents, and cost opinions.
• Ability to engage with clients, internal staff, contractors, and community officials.
• Experience with state agencies and / or DOT specifications.

Come work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse, 650+ member team works collaboratively across multiple service areas including, transportation, municipal, planning, survey, and construction engineering to create better places for people.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design and ideas.

In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

Your Team

As a trusted member of OHM Advisors you will join a growing, mission-driven team of innovative thinkers who collaborate daily, using our combined gifts and talents to continually advance the communities we serve.

Growth at OHM Advisors

Advancement isn’t just for our clients. We’re committed to moving our team forward, too. At OHM Advisors, you’ll enjoy challenging, meaningful work at a growing company creating innovative solutions for forward-thinking clients.

But there’s not just cool work on big projects. You’ll be empowered to create your own career path in a culture that supports your individual professional development goals and encourages your pursuits through continued opportunities for growth.

Read about some of our opportunities for career growth and enrichment

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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