Job Description

Principal Civil Engineer

We currently seek a high caliber Principal Civil Engineer for a long-term basis within our client’s team of experienced professionals. They are a large multi-site owner side land development organization based in Glendale, CA.

Position Summary

Strategically plans and oversees engineering designs and projects including implementation of practices, policies, programs, procedures, and personnel activities of the organization's engineering efforts. Effectively engages and communicates with outside regulatory agencies. Ensures the organization meets regulatory requirements as well as remains abreast of laws and guidelines. Responsible for oversight of project management, planning and design of civil engineering projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicates organizations position with various consultants, regulatory agencies and executive team.
• Assess and anticipate strategies of project plans.
• Oversees all in-house civil engineering design, documentation and implementation including grading, roadway, utility and cemetery development at all Client locations.
• Directs engineering management in formulating plans, designs, cost estimates, and specifications.
• Directs preparation of construction documents, details, specifications, bidding documents, cost estimates and contracts for civil engineering and other cemetery-related projects at all Client locations.
• Ensure that projects meet legal requirements and guidelines including health and safety requirements and environmental impacts. Communicates with Legal and Environmental Compliance updates on projects and provides confirmation that guidelines have been met.
• Directs the engineering calculations as required for project designs.
• Conducts studies to evaluate efficiency of engineering programs.
• Reviews, approves, and coordinates product and process changes to maintain or improve cost/benefit ratio.
• Assesses working conditions to ensure compliance with all regulations and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with codes and generally accepted engineering standards.
• Oversees the resolution of design & development challenges.
• Perform site investigations.
• Provide oversight and guidance to Director of Construction, Project Managers, Designers, Drafters and Engineers.
• Consult with the Project Managers for project estimate, schedule, bid, construction, change orders and inspections.
• Ensure preparation of the required legal descriptions, documents and draft agreements for City, County and other agencies are reviewed by Legal.
• Directs the coordination and management of the work of outside consultants in the preparation and execution of plans, specifications, and reports.
• Direct survey and aerial mapping as needed.
• Partners with Vice President – A&E with sitewide grading, roadway, utility and infrastructure master planning at all Client locations.
• Communicate and work with various governmental agencies, consultants and in-house staff.
• Partner with Legal and Environmental Compliance for entitlement purposes.
• Monitor and remain abreast of environmental issues, SUSMP, LID, SWPPP and various utilities.
• Maintain effective communication, interface and consultation with regulatory agencies and executive team.
• Obtain governmental approvals and permits for projects .
• Assist in hiring, evaluating and disciplining employees.

Job Requirements

• Proven working knowledge of all aspects of civil engineering and engineering design.
• Proven ability to draft effective correspondence to regulatory agencies as well as written analysis and supporting applications with knowledge of appropriate language.
• Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D or similar.
• Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals, etc.
• Ability to delegate and direct the work of others.
• Receptive with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants, agency personnel and the public.
• Ability to read, interpret and produce maps, surveys, engineering drawings and graphics.
• Strong project management and supervision skills.
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• Exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to draft written analysis and supporting applications.
• Sound mathematical and analytical skills – including physics.
• Creative problem solver.
• Highly organized with a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to think methodically.
• Ability to maintain overview while attending to detailed technicalities.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Work effectively as a team member and team leader.
• Manage multiple teams simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Civil 3D, AutoDesk Applications, & PowerPoint required.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations around Southern California.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BS degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Minimum ten years accumulative experience in civil engineering (or related discipline), design and construction management. Minimum 5 years’ experience in an high level engineering management position.
• Broad experience in design & implementation of projects that involve: site design, grading, roadways, drainage, hydrology, SWPPP, SUSMP, DAMP, LID, water quality, utilities, habitat, environmental, survey, soils investigation, structural, file maps and legal descriptions.
• Experience working with planning and building departments, ACOE, CDFW and other governmental agencies.
• Experience managing multiple teams required.
• Experience working with contractors and subcontractors required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Registered Civil Engineer in the State of California
• Qualified SWPPP Developer Certification in State of California
• Valid CADL

***Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship***

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Location of Position: Glendale, CA

Location Type: On-site / Office

TRS Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are based on job related criteria and not on the basis of any unlawful criteria. We ensure equal access to employment opportunities, services, and programs.

Must have legal right to work in the United States. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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