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Senior Civil Engineer-March 2024
Birmingham
Mar 28, 2026
About Senior Civil Engineer

  Job Description:

  General Summary:

  The Senior Civil Engineer will prepare and manage site development plans and specifications for commercial and industrial sites in conformance to client requirements and local ordinances. The Senior Civil Engineer will work with and advise other disciplines on site issues that may impact architectural development and building systems and develop criteria for procuring sub-consultant services.

  Essential Job Functions:

  Manage and establish project scope, civil budget, design approach and applicable constraints with the Manager of Civil Engineering, Project Manager, client, and/or engineering team as appropriate.

  Prepare feasibility studies and civil cost estimates.

  Formulate design of civil systems including underground utilities, paving, grading, and drainage for medium to large scale projects of increasing complexity.

  Develop site layout(s) in accordance with zoning and other applicable ordinances and requirements.

  Edit or draft project specifications.

  Evaluate design options for consideration by Project Manager and/or client.

  Monitor project budgets and schedules. Adjust work efforts as required to meet budget and schedule goals

  Prepare working drawings for construction on CAD with support from department staff when applicable.

  Conduct field measuring and/or survey verification at project site. Perform basic topographic surveying for minor projects.

  Review drawings for omissions, errors, overall quality, content accuracy, and compliance with standards and codes.

  Review product submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents, specify action necessary for compliance.

  Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, and other project correspondence.

  Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications.

  Attend meetings with governmental agencies as required for obtaining site plan approval. Ability to address public and governmental groups in open meetings is essential.

  Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and for less experienced staff.

  Coordinate project with other disciplines and advises of site/building system conflicts.

  Prepare site plan submittal documents in accordance with local requirements.

  Visit construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents.

  Develop and mentors less experienced staff.

  Develop cost and quantity estimates.

  Perform related duties as assigned.

  Employment Qualifications:

  Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

  Professional registration

  Experience:

  15+ years of related experience in site design and civil engineeringSkills/Competencies:

  Advanced level proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Bluebeam

  Knowledge in Infraworks and BIM 360 a bonus

  Knowledge/proficiency in hydraulics and hydrology system design, state and federal environmental laws.

  Excellent written and verbal communication

  Strong attention to detail

  Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

  Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/) , Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool) , and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) .

  Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We provide flexible work environments allowing team members a schedule that benefits them, whether it is fully remote, hybrid or an in-office experience.

  Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

  Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

  Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:

  Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)

  By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources

  By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources

  In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.

  By email at [email protected]

  If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.

  It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.

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