Civil Works Designer - Dams/Levees
Company: CDM Smith
Location: Covington
Posted on: July 27, 2022
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Job Description:
**30430BR****Requisition ID:**30430BR**Business Unit:**TSU**Job
Description:**With general direction, creates and signs off on
basic to highly complex engineering designs involving site layout
development, site grading and drainage, and hydraulics and
hydrology calculations.Ability to work with and lead a large
multi-discipline team with diverse engineering skill sets across
various offices. Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal,
state and local regulations.Ensures that firm policies and
practices are followed on all designs. Performs site reviews and
studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location
specifications. Updates design requirements as
necessary.Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and
technical design documentation of new or special case designs,
studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing
to technical journals.Collaborates with sales staff to create
proposals in response to current and potential client requests for
proposal (RFPs).Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm,
industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
Meets with current and potential future clients to review their
current and future design needs.Attends conferences, symposia, etc.
to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in
collaboration with applicable sales staff.Performs other duties as
required. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior
staff.Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth
within the discipline and firm.May supervise the work of junior
engineers on project work.**Job Title:**Civil Works Designer -
Dams/Levees**Group:**WSO**Employment Type:**Regular**Minimum
Qualifications:**Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or
Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.Professional
engineering (PE) license.7 years of related experience. Domestic
and/or international travel may be required.The frequency of travel
is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the
essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on
workload and project demands.Equivalent additional directly related
experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.**Preferred
Qualifications:**Knowledge of USACE design standards or a minimum
of 7 years working on large grading or highway projects.Knowledge
of various civil design software with Microstation v8.5, Inroads
preferred. Additional knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D a
plus.Mastery in technical writing for reports and studies as well
as strong front end (Div 1) and technical specification
preparation.**EEO Statement:**We attract the best people in the
industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to
create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide
career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and
geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan,
design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.
CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and
pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship
status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other
characteristics protected by applicable law.**Why CDM
Smith?:**Check out this video and find out why our team loves to
work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)Join
Us! CDM Smith where amazing career journeys unfold.Imagine a place
committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you
work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an
active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers
are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and
supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to
do so. Where its a priority that the company takes good care of you
and your family.Our employees are the heart of our company. As an
employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging,
progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal
leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We
value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver
world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our
team, and together we will make a difference and change the
world.**Job Site Location:**United States - Nationwide**Agency
Disclaimer:**All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement
Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive
payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any
other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding
terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume
submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center
Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will
not be held liable to pay a placement fee.**Amount of Travel
Required:**20%**Assignment Category:**Fulltime-Regular**Visa
Sponsorship Available:**No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e.
H-1B or TN Visas for this position**Skills and Abilities:**Expert
Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D
software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of
design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel,
word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Expert knowledge of federal, state and local
regulations.**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**CDM
Smith reserves the right to require background checks including
criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit
and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In
addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated
positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of
employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when
background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions
outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law
but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM
Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to
requesting a criminal background check, and no job application
submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's
criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check
for any convictions related to its responsibilities and
requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful
completion of a background investigation including criminal
history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a
candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be
required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully
complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle
record as well as drug testing.**U.S. Vaccine Status:**CDM Smith
Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively
referred to as CDM Smith) are committed to your health and safety.
CDM Smith and its employees adhere to all applicable government and
client COVID-19 requirements.
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