Contract Engineering Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Title: Project Consultant 3 (Engineering)

Location: Atlanta GA 30308

Duration: 12 months Contract(Possible Extension)

Shift: Standard

Job mode: Position will be onsite, with the option for Friday remote if reliable internet is available.

Pay rate: $66.00XX on W2

Note- Employee benefits may include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid sick leave, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and company policy. Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and work location.

Job Summary

• Responsible for various civil engineering, project coordination, and construction support activities associated with Transmission infrastructure projects.
• Performs or manages civil sitework design for electric substation and transmission line projects, typically including components of grading and drainage, stormwater management, and erosion control.
• Provides project leadership and subject matter expertise for civil site development projects for various clients.
• The position is located at the Headquarters in Atlanta, GA with an in-office requirement four days a week (Monday through Thursday).
• Remote working on Friday is an option, provided the individual has reliable internet access.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsibilities of the Civil Engineer typically include the following:
• Manage the timely production of civil sitework design packages and other civil engineering services performed by contract engineering consultants.
• Provide oversight and direction, coordinate with the project team, and conduct quality control reviews on deliverables.
• Participate in the site evaluation and selection of new facilities by studying and providing professional engineering input to the project team. Conduct due diligence on selected sites during land acquisition.
• Provide general civil engineering support to various internal customers. This may include activities such as diagnosing and solving stormwater/drainage issues at company sites, meeting with external parties to discuss and resolve civil/site related issues and resolving grading issues that arise during construction.
• Utilize CAD tools, specifically Civil 3D, to perform design tasks and provide civil sitework support mentioned above.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance of design deliverables produced both internally and by contract engineering consultants.
• Conduct site visits for statewide projects for site evaluation, design meetings, construction meetings, construction quality assurance, and resolution of construction challenges.
• Evaluate and provide input on scopes, schedules, and budgets for civil activities. Manage and regularly communicate on all assigned, scheduled civil activities. Establish and hold scheduling expectations.
• Regularly coordinate with departmental colleagues, other engineering disciplines, project management, and construction partners. Build and maintain relationships with internal customers and peers.

Job Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field from ABET accredited university. A BS in Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Control Act, NPDES construction stormwater permit requirements, the Georgia Stormwater Management Manual and Manual for Erosion and Sediment Control in Georgia, and other regulations related to site development and land disturbance activities.
• Ability to interpret and utilize data (boundary and topographical surveys, environmental surveys and delineations, geotechnical studies) for civil site design activities.
• Working knowledge of land surveying, land records, and land acquisition related to site development projects.
• Demonstrates the ability to anticipate and identify obstacles and collaborate with the appropriate project team members to resolve them promptly, ensuring work progresses without delay.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects at once.
• Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) tools.
• Ability and willingness to hold oneself, peers, and external partners accountable to schedule and quality expectations.
• Ability to travel statewide and perform outdoor walkdowns and inspections of construction projects.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in design, project management, project engineering, or construction management of civil site development projects.
• Design experience in the areas of grading and drainage, storm water management, and erosion/sediment control is required.
• GSWCC Level II Design Professional Certification is preferred.
• A Professional Engineers license (PE) in the State of Georgia is strongly preferred.
• Design experience as engineer of record on civil site development projects is preferred.

Behavioral Attributes

• Maintains a Safey First mindset
• Acts with integrity, fosters an inclusive work environment, and has a focus on performance
• The ability to clearly communicate with project teams and customers is critical.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Takes initiative and makes timely, responsible decisions.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Schedule and deadline oriented.
• Works well on a team.

Other Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Travel within the state of Georgia is expected approximately 15% of the time. Overnight travel may be needed on less frequent basis.