Senior Project Engineer

Job Summary

Roberts Civil Engineering is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for the Civil Design division of the company in our Savannah, GA office.  

The ideal candidate will have experience in land development, water and sewer projects, stormwater management, erosion control, parking lots, and road design. This position will be responsible for designing and producing plans for a wide range of land development projects including commercial sites, subdivisions, apartment buildings, roads, and more. The position will be the main contact for a group of clients and will ensure that the company’s high standards are met, and clients are satisfied with our service.

The person awarded this position will be responsible for the following…

Tactical Work

• Grading
• Drainage and Pond Design
• Water and Sewer Design
• Pump Station Design
• Erosion Control Design
• Road Design
• Research on local requirements, laws, and ordinances that affect the design
• Document Requirements from AHJs
• Engineering Reports
• Coordination with Reviewers
• Adhere to RCE drafting and design standards
• Review work for compliance with RCE standards before submitting to Project Manager
• Oversee technical staff inhouse and outsourced
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Strategic Work

• Meet weekly with Project Manager to understand priorities and deadlines
• Recommend efficiencies in drafting production to Project Manager

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required)
• Professional Engineer license with the capability of getting licensed in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina (required)
• 10+ years’ experience in engineering design preferred
• Experience using AutoCAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D would be a plus)
• Experience in land/site development design and permitting
• Self-motivated
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times