Civil Designer I

Position Summary

The Civil Designer I is an entry level position that will focus on learning the fundamentals of civil design as well as SW design computer and general office standards. This role contributes and supports the engineering team in master planning engineering design and research for specific tasks on projects.

The Civil Designer I is expected to learn necessary drafting design and research skills to assist the engineers and project managers in the analysis of proposed and current projects. This position is encouraged to ask many questions and seek mentorship to better understand and analyze plan presentation reliability engineering design project scopes and delivery timelines.

About Us

Since the companys beginning in 1985 weve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients community and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW we approach every plan from both points of view working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world thats a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sector including mixeduse commercial developments urban and suburban multifamily healthcare office high end resort and parks and recreation projects.

With over 100 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant Greenville Summerville Spartanburg SC as well as Charlotte and Raleigh NC SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline Elevating the site design experience. Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. In addition company sponsored events such as golf tournaments sports teams and happy hours along with philanthropic endeavors provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelors or associate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college/university preferred

Experience: Basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills required

Minimum 2 years CAD Tech experience preferred

Previous Civil Engineering internship with a Civil Engineering design firm preferred

AutoCAD certification preferred

Essential Job Functions

• Attend preconstruction meetings and site visits with senior CA personnel
• Witness installation testing and inspections of site infrastructure systems (sewer/water systems testing proof rolls SWPP inspections etc.
• Assist in the review of shop drawings and material submittals on projects
• Assist senior engineer staff in problem solving and troubleshooting issues in the field
• Assist in the review asbuilt of civil engineering systems
• Meet SW billable goals
• Work to develop the understanding and knowledge of civil design as well as SW design computer general office standards
• Work to develop knowledge of design software (ICPR WaterCAD Civil3D SEDCAD HECRAS Hydraflow Express storm sewers microstation Geopak InRoads IDEAL model)
• Contributes and support the engineering team in master planning engineering design and research for specific task on projects
• Prepare CAD base sheet drawings from drawing files provided by Surveyor
• Prepare civil plan sheet sets for construction drawings with emphasis on proper plan presentation
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates of designs
• Perform hydraulic system calculations pipe design calculations and engineering reports (drainage report watercalc reports and project narratives)
• Address redline comments provided by agencies and senior engineering staff. Learning QA/QC process
• Seek mentorship on analyzing plan presentation reliability engineering design project scopes and delivery timelines

Desired Skills

• EngineerinTraining (EIT)/ Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) registration preferred
• A strong desire for continuous professional and personal development and improvement
• Ability to work independently to effectively manage time and work in a team environment
• Proficiency in a wide variety of software programs including Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Civil Engineering Design (Preliminary Plats SWPPP Grading Drainage Water and Sewer Systems)
• Ability to read and understand Civil and Landscape drawings
• A valid drivers license

Other Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written verbal and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Positive solutionoriented attitude
• Detailoriented and accurate
• Ability to work in a team environment

SW Benefits

• Flexible schedule (Work/Life Balance)
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 100 Company paid Dental STD LTD and Term Life Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical Vision Voluntary Term Life Accidental Critical Illness Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance and Nationwide Pet Insurance.
• 401K with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program

For more information on our company and benefits please visit our website at www.Seamonwhiteside

SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.