Senior Civil Engineer
About the RoleThe Water Resources group at AKRF is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to be based out of the Philadelphia, PA office. This individual will serve a key function in the design and management of a broad range of projects for both our municipal and private sector clients. The potential candidate will have the opportunity to work in an environment of encouragement and collaboration to help AKRF shape the future of the region.Job Responsibilities:Provide project and technical management of major engineering design projects including site layout, grading, drainage/storm sewer systems, stormwater management, erosion & sediment pollution control, traffic control, and related supporting disciplines.Lead/support tasks including preparation of site/civil engineering drawings, specifications and reports for projects.Lead/support tasks including preparation of permit packages and municipal land development applications for projects.Lead/support tasks including preparation of construction documents and bid documentsLead/support construction administration tasks including answering RFIs and submittals, reviewing shop drawings, reviewing pay applications, preparing site observation reports, preparing punchlists, and other related construction tasks.Lead/support project management responsibilities including managing discrete technical tasks, project schedule, and task budgets.Day-to-day project communication and coordination with clients and other design consultants.Assist in proposal writing and fee development.Provide direction, delegation, mentoring, and training to staff engineers.Essential Requirements:5-8 years of experienceBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or a related disciplinePennsylvania and New Jersey P.E. or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employmentProficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D is essentialProficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis/modeling is essential including HydroCAD, HydraFlow, or similar. Proficiency with HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, and Stormsewers is a plus.Experience with municipal ordinances, PennDOT standards, PADEP standards, and Pennsylvania regulatory agency guidelines preferredExperience with NJDEP standards, and New Jersey regulatory agency guidelines preferredExperience with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is a plus.Experience integrating geospatial data/GIS in the infrastructure planning and design workflow is a plusAbility to manage and meet multiple deadlinesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work both independently and collaborativelySuperior attention to detail and organizational abilityMust have a valid driver’s licenseApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employerCompensationCompensation to be commensurate with experience.Why Work at AKRFFounded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative.Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate-casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award-winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day. Our cookie exchanges and ice cream socials are quite the treat.What We OfferWe provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes:Medical, Dental, Vision insuranceVacation and Sick timeFlexible work schedules and locations401(k) retirement plan with employer matchingAdditional Voluntary Life InsuranceShort- and Long-Term DisabilityStock OwnershipTuition ReimbursementTraining and professional development coursesOpportunities for community outreach through internal networksCharitable donation matchTransit/parking programEqual Opportunity CompanyAKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.