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SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Project Civil Engineer to join our growing team in Pittsburgh, PA. Specializing in energy project site civil design, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management design, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, our team is committed to delivering high-quality solutions to clients across the U.S. With projects spanning across the US, we offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

We are seeking skilled Project Civil Engineers with expertise in civil site design, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and robust project management capabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience leading engineering projects, managing junior staff, and engaging in business development activities. Collaboration with multiple disciplines and stakeholders, including CAD designers, GIS analysts, environmental biologists, regulatory agencies, municipalities, and clients, is a key aspect of this role.

This is a full-time, salaried, regular (with benefits) position with flexibility for hybrid work arrangements. Highly qualified, remote (= distributed) locations in Philadelphia or Cincinnati will be seriously considered.

This job opening can hire at two different job levels:

• Associate Project Civil Engineer - Typically with at least six years of relevant experience and expertise preferred, and a PE license required.
• Project Civil Engineer - Typically with at least seven years of relevant experience and expertise preferred, and a PE license required.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

• Lead engineering design and development of construction drawings.
• Oversee CAD design efforts and help to mentor other junior engineer staff on CAD design standards and methods
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support engineering needs across regional SWCA offices, providing technical expertise and guidance.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to balance workloads and ensure project schedules and budgets are met.
• Conduct technical reviews of project deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with Quality Control and Quality Assurance processes.
• Take responsibility for team safety, developing safety plans (when applicable), and anticipating potential safety hazards.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and project management.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through client relationships, networking, and collaboration with other SWCA offices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or related engineering field.
• At least four (4) years of experience in civil engineering for the Associate Project Civil Engineer (PII) and at least (5) years of experience for a Project Civil Engineer (PIII).
• Professional Engineer License in Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain via reciprocity.

Preferred Qualification:

• Seven (7) or more years of experience in civil/stormwater design.
• Additional PE License in surrounding states.
• Experience supporting proposal development, business development, and client management.

Why Work at SWCA:

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We live our core values: we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack.

We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).

At SWCA, we support our team members in developing their careers to make them leaders in their industry. Our Career Landscape initiative is a process and guide designed to help develop chart rewarding career paths for employees at SWCA. We encourage professional conference attendance, internal and external professional development and training programs, education reimbursement, a Science and Leadership Program, and bonuses for publications meeting certain criteria. All regular status employees are eligible to participate in SWCA medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans, and are eligible to participate in the SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust.

If you need assistance accessing SWCA's website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@swca.com or call 1-480-581-5378. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

A Civil Engineer employee in this area or remote based position can expect an annual salary of:

• Associate Project Civil Engineer - $82,347.00 - $105,716.00.
• Project Civil Engineer - $93,475.00 - $120,182.00

Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits Package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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