Civil Engineer III - Nashville, TN

Bowman & Company Llp - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Nashville, TN

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About the position

Bowman has an exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in Nashville, TN. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out complex or novel assignments that require the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures. This position is designed for individuals who are eager to take on significant responsibilities and contribute to the advancement of engineering practices within the firm. You will work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and you will have the opportunity to lead projects and mentor less experienced engineers. As a Civil Engineer III, you will receive broad guidance on key objectives and critical issues while being expected to apply your extensive knowledge of engineering principles independently. You will assist in marketing the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients. Your role will involve working closely with senior engineers, clients, subcontractors, and design teams to address complex engineering project issues. You will conceptualize initial civil design approaches for large land/site development projects and serve as a technical specialist and liaison between various stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include providing technical assistance in resolving design problems, conducting field investigations, and performing detailed design work and calculations. You will also be responsible for reviewing work produced by staff for quality assurance and ensuring that all project deliverables meet the highest standards. This position requires a strong commitment to quality, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. You will be expected to contribute to the overall success of the projects and the firm by promoting a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Work with senior level engineers, clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams on complex engineering project issues.
• Conceptualize the initial civil design approach for assigned phases of large land/site development.
• Serve as a lead in the technical direction over other less experienced engineers and provide direction, guidance and delegation of assignments.
• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems, including performing field investigations 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.
• 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 preferred.
• 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.
• 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).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Familiarity with project management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be available.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.