Civil Engineering Design Lead

Jacobs • Morristown, NJ • 2h ago

Jacobs, Morristown NJ office, is currently seeking a Civil Engineering Design Lead to join our multidisciplinary Federal Site Development team. As a key member of our team, you'll join our collaborative process providing our clients with award-winning planning, engineering, architectural design, construction management, and design-build project delivery. You'll have the opportunity to work in a team environment and coordinate project assignments with other engineers and technicians in and out of your discipline group, as well as with clients and end users in Federal Civilian and Department of Defense (DoD) government agencies.

Your work will consist of land development design including stormwater management, grading, site layout, utility design, detailing, project specifications, and jurisdictional agency permitting, including NJDEP, and various Soil Conservation Districts. Projects are typically federally funded through NAVFAC, USACE, FAA or other government agencies and are located throughout the US. Ability to travel periodically and adapt to various state regulations is essential. The successful candidate must be a leader and will be tasked with oversight and coordination with co-workers / support staff, quality control, client and sub-consultant contacts and tracking project financials.

Responsibilities include:

Act as civil design lead and Engineer of Record for functional teams on projects with varying complexity around the country

Work closely with project managers to respond to client Requests for Proposal (RFPs) with written, technical scopes of work and estimated levels of effort

Plan and execute work independently while performing non-routine and complex assignments

Interpret business issues and recommend best practices

Interpret and implement regulatory code requirements and design standards based on extensive experience

Lead teams in the preparation of engineering assessment reports and design documents, including plans, specifications, calculations, and basis of design reports

Serve as a quality control reviewer to ensure civil department deliverables meet client scope requirements, engineering best practices, industry standards

Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to developing engineers in complex situations

Continually develop skills by being proactive in advancing your own workflows, systems, tools, and communication techniques

Occasionally travel to project and client sites for observations, meetings, and presentations

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey

At least 12 years of experience with civil site development projects and permitting, including experience with projects in New Jersey. Experience delivering for US Government clients is a plus.

Demonstrated success with building and maintaining client relationships

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Detailed knowledge of civil site and infrastructure design, including site layout, pavement design, grading, utilities, drainage, and erosion & sediment control

Familiarity with architecture and related engineering disciplines

Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Familiarity with applicable federal codes and standards, including Unified Facilities Criteria (UFCs)

United States Citizenship

Expertise with AutoCAD Civil 3D design software

Experience with Bluebeam software

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Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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