Lead Civil Engineer

Summary

Join Foth, a member-owned science and engineering consulting firm, as a Lead Civil Engineer. Lead project teams on large-scale civil site development, from planning to construction. This role, preferably located in the Midwest, may be fully remote for highly qualified candidates. Responsibilities include overseeing technical activities, preparing reports, collaborating with diverse teams, mentoring team members, and leading subcontractors. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, PE license, and 10+ years of relevant experience are required. Foth offers a values-based, flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Minimum of 10 years of experience hands-on engineering consisting of design, permitting and feasibility studies for civil site design projects that include public/private utilities, stormwater, roadways, and grading

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale multi-discipline civil site design and construction activities across various industries
• Oversee the completion of technical engineering activities from strategic planning through project closure
• Preparation of feasibility studies and technical design reports, including engineering cost estimating
• Understand and interpret design and construction specifications
• Oversee the preparation of construction drawings for projects including site grading, paving, and utilities, including storm water systems, wastewater collection, and water distribution systems
• Engage and collaborate with the diverse technical service areas across Foth to provide unique engineering solutions
• Participate in regular and impromptu client meetings serving as a trusted and reliable partner
• Delegate tasks to a multi-disciplined team of technicians, engineers, and scientists
• Mentor and coach team members of various experience levels
• Lead subcontractors for design and construction activities that Foth chooses not to self-perform
• Perform in tasks such as; field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, report writing, technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering designs
• Prepare and collaborate on design drawings using CADD principles
• Lead and/or support the development of design standards and best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience partnering with clients as an engineering consultant
• 10+ years of experience planning, designing, and constructing civil site design projects
• Experience with large-scale site design of industrial, manufacturing, and/or production facilities

Benefits

• Values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment
• Ample professional growth opportunities
• Supportive colleagues
• 92+% member retention rate
• Remote work