Civil Engineer III - Austin, TX

Bowman Consulting Group - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Bowman has an exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in either Austin or Houston, TX. At Bowman, we are committed to fostering an environment where aspiring professionals can thrive and achieve their ambitious goals. This role is more than just a job; it is a chance to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals. We value our employees as respected and valued members of a motivated team, empowering them to deliver exceptional work that advances the best interests of everyone involved. We understand the importance of creating a rewarding work environment that supports our unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled service to our clients. In this position, you will be responsible for carrying out complex or novel assignments that require the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures. You will have the opportunity to apply your extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices across a broad range of assignments and related fields. Your role will involve reviewing work produced by staff for quality assurance, interpreting zoning regulations, and assisting project teams in obtaining local and state permits for land development projects. You will conceptualize initial civil design approaches for assigned phases of land/site development and serve as a technical specialist and liaison between clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues. As a Civil Engineer III, you will also provide technical assistance in resolving design problems, which may include performing field investigations, detailed design work, and calculations. You will be expected to make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications, as well as plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. Your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be crucial, as will your strong communication skills and commitment to quality. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally and advance within the company while contributing to the success of various projects.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Review and interpret zoning regulations in a variety of municipalities.
• Assist project team with obtaining local and state permits for land development projects.
• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of land/site development.
• Serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide direction, guidance and delegation of assignments.
• Serve as technical specialist and liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex project issues.
• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work and calculations, and detailed checking of design computations done by others.
• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Create own design work using computer-aided or manual drafting techniques.
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of projects.
• Perform field investigation or inspections.
• Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the design/plan/review of other civil engineering projects.
• Review plans and prepare/review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Assist with the development of plans, specifications, and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required at time of hire.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in the land development industry.
• Land Development engineering experience and skills; large- and small-scale drainage and BMP design preferred.
• Experience with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as Civil3D in a professional or academic setting.
• Proficiency with reading construction plans.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil3D, AES, CIVILD, WSPGW, PCSWMM, StormCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS preferred.
• Proficient with Storm Drain Modeling and Rational Method Hydrologic Calculations.
• Proficient with Open Channel & Detention Basin Modeling and Design.
• Proficient with HEC-RAS modeling and CLOMR/LOMR applications and processing.
• Experience researching zoning, development standards, development review processes, compliance matters, regulations, and standards.
• Prepare reports, narratives, development applications, submittal documents, and response letters.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate on multiple projects, with multiple clients and sub-consultants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects).