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Civil Design Engineer III, Land Development - San Diego, CA
Civil Design Engineer III, Land Development - San Diego, CA-March 2024
San Diego
Mar 30, 2026
About Civil Design Engineer III, Land Development - San Diego, CA

  Description

  Purpose

  Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes or methods.

  Key Responsibilities

  Leadership and Direction

  Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and broad parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. 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.At the Operational and Company Level

  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.

  Do the Work

  Use advanced techniques, theory precepts and practices in the civil engineering field and related sciences and disciplines.

  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.

  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, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project.

  Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications.

  Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.

  Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved civil engineering techniques or procedures to create new or refined equipment, materials, processes or methods.

  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.

  Success Metrics and Competencies

  Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate...

  Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

  Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team.

  High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude.

  Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

  Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

  Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.  

  Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail.

  Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.

  Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

  Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

  Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

  Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

  Data analysis and interpretation skills.

  Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required at time of hire.

  Professional Engineer license preferred.

  Five or more (5+) 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).

  Physical Demands and Working Environment

  May be eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements.

  Primarily indoor professional office environment, which can consist of possible bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

  Mobility around an office environment.

  Some outdoor work environment and may be exposed to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

  Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

  Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

  Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $100,000 - $ 115,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

  Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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  Qualifications

  Behaviors

  Preferred

  Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivations

  Preferred

  Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityEducation

  Required

  Bachelors or better in Civil EngineeringLicenses & Certifications

  Required

  Prof EngineerEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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