Job Purpose

Civil EITs are technical full-time positions to support assigned engineers, landscape architects, or other technical positions by providing technical support and translating technical concepts into documentable technical solutions through the direction of a Professional (Learned Professional). Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and adherence to Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values. They are responsible for contributing towards a positive working environment for their teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist Project Managers (PM’s) and Assistant PM’s in the management of projects
• Participate in project meetings and create subsequent documentation
• Assist in communications with clients per PM direction
• Communicate with PM’s and Assistant PM’s of any significant challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical

• Review data received from senior technical staff and PM’s, analyze information, and determine compliance with standards and design concepts
• Assist with preliminary and completed layouts, design concepts, and detailed design drawings from technical notes, sketches, and/or other drawings, ensuring they meet our company and industry standards and codes
• Research and obtain standards/codes required by client and jurisdiction coordinating with Project Management and technical staff as necessary to accurately and efficiently develop plans
• Apply technical concepts and theoretical design information to real world situations under the direction of a Professional
• Work with PM’s and technical staff to understand scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project-related information per our Company policies and procedures
• Use various applications to generate drawings, reports, or other technical based deliverables based on specific project requirements
• Follow technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation
• Use current technology as much as practicable to design projects
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and, as needed, project meetings

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or field of expertise or equivalent experience
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Understand planning and/or design concepts and methods
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to take direction and learn software applications
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• No experience required
• Successful completion of FE Exam

Preferred qualifications include:

• Internships in field of expertise
• AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GEOPAK, and/or graphic software experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, frequent job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

Job Purpose

Civil Engineers are registered professionals (PE) that lead and support assigned engineers, planners, landscape architects, or other technical positions on a project level in the Land Development, Stormwater, Utilities or Environmental Departments. They would be responsible for their designs and associated deliverables. Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of company and department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values. They are responsible for a positive working environment for their teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist Project Managers (PMs) and Assistant PMs in the budget and schedule management of the technical aspects of projects
• Participate in project meetings and create subsequent documentation
• Assist in communications with clients per PM direction
• Communicate with PMs and Assistant PMs regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical

• Review data, analyze information, and determine compliance with standards and design concepts
• Lead the creation of preliminary and completed layouts, design concepts, and detailed design drawings, ensuring they meet our company and industry standards and codes
• Research and obtain standards/codes required by client and jurisdiction coordinating with Project Management and technical staff as necessary to accurately and efficiently develop plans
• Exercise judgement on details of work and technical concepts and theoretical design and apply to real world situations
• Provide and review work by technical staff that relates to work under the Professional’s Responsible Charge
• Calculate and prepare planning and design documents and reports
• Stamps/seals work performed and work performed by those under direct supervision as per governing board / ethical rules
• Work with PMs and technical staff to create and administrate the technical scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project-related information per our Company policies and procedures
• Utilize various applications to generate drawings, reports, or other technical based deliverables based on specific project requirements
• Initiate quality control processes and follow technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation
• Utilize and promote company’s current technology as much as practicable to design projects
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and project meetings

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Assist in the creation of technical expertise information for Marketing purposes

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Understand planning and/or design concepts and methods
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to mentor technical staff
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 4+ years of experience in the appropriate field of expertise

Preferred qualifications include:

• AutoCAD, Microstation, AutoCAD Civil3D, Geopak, and/or graphic software experience
• Registration as a Professional in the appropriate field of expertise
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, frequent job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

Job Purpose

Construction Observers are moderate experience positions to support our Construction Administration Sector by providing on-site construction observation for horizontal construction activities. This would be done under the guidance of management. The primary goal will be to compare work products to the project’s approved plans and specifications and observe, document, and relay construction related information and issues. They will also compile and analyze technical data from drawings, field notes, and/or electronic data.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist PM’s, Assistant PM’s, and Engineers of Record in the project construction and Certification process
• Coordinate and attend project meetings and create subsequent documentation
• Assist in communications with Clients per direction
• Communicate with PM’s, Assistant PM’s, and/or Engineers of Record assigned to associated projects regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects
• Understand project scope and budget and assist in monitoring

Technical

• Understand horizontal construction and surveying for the following: utilities, drainage, drainage structures, SCMs, roadways, greenways, sidewalks, lighting, parking lots, traffic control, signing, striping, traffic calming, and landscaping
• Understand, coordinate, and document geotechnical testing as directed
• Perform shop drawing reviews
• Read construction plans and specifications, interpret documents, and perform simple mathematic calculations
• Able to perform field revisions and obtain necessary approvals from the Engineer of Record and inform PM and/or Assistant PM
• Observe and verify that construction methods are generally in accordance plans and specifications
• Verify that material and equipment certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, and other data required by the specifications have been provided
• Perform limited surveying/measuring to verify/confirm horizontal locations and/or vertical elevations
• Red-line construction changes on record drawing set for each project
• Review project schedules and consult with the PM and/or Engineer of Record regarding acceptability and changes. Inform client as directed
• Receive and review applications for payment and forward recommendations to the PM and/or Assistant PM
• Draft and recommend to the PM, Assistant PM, and/or Engineer of Record proposed change orders, work change directives, and field orders
• Coordinate, document, and attend substantial and final completion inspections
• Provide punch lists and subsequent follow up
• Attend project start-ups and operation and maintenance training as directed
• Document and facilitate information to supervisor, PM, Engineer of Record, and/or Client including site photos, documenting quantities, and providing daily logs
• Report discrepancies from the plans and specifications immediately to supervisor, PM, Engineer of Record, and/or Client and recommend corrective measures and/or rejection of work
• Receive contractor RFI’s and review with PM, Assistant PM, and/or Engineer of Record as necessary
• Understand technical, municipal, and State requirements for projects
• Follow technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation
• Use company’s current technology as much as practicable to document and communicate

Personnel Leadership

• Attend Company and Department meetings and events

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma
• 1–5 years in civil site work
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and work with limited supervision
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Willingness to take direction
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, and forward thinking
• 5+ years of construction experience and/or engineering, surveying, and/or construction industry internships

Preferred qualifications include:

• Associate’s degree or related technical certificate or equivalent construction experience
• NCDOT or other specific certifications
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications
• AutoCAD experience

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment. It may include out of town work assignments.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require walking, standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended travel, using shovels and hammers, and carrying equipment and materials up to 50 pounds.

Position Highlights

WithersRavenel is seeking a design-focused Landscape Designer position in our new downtown Raleigh design studio. Our Landscape Architecture studio is a highly collaborative environment with in house experts in planning, urban design, landscape architecture, engineering, environmental, stormwater, and more. We work on projects ranging from large scale master planning to small urban plazas and parks. We take projects through all phases of the design process from concept visualization to construction documentation and implementation. At WithersRavenel you will be given the opportunity to shape your career around your interests in a fast paced and collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture or Architecture.
• Minimum 0-3 years of experience.
• Proficient skill and experience with AutoCAD.
• Proficient skill and experience with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Understanding of landscape architecture design and methods.
• A team player that is committed to a collaborative design process.
• Ability to manage tasks and time to maintain project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with federal, state, and local codes and permitting requirements.
• Knowledge and experience assisting with assembling construction document packages.
• Knowledge and experience using 3D modeling software (SketchUp, Lumion, Rhino, etc).
• Knowledge and experience using ArcGIS software.
• Exceptional hand graphics and sketching ability.
• Exceptional horticultural knowledge.

Job Purpose

WithersRavenel, an ESOP company is currently actively recruiting to the fill the position of Public/Transportation Project Manager.

A leader-at-heart? An Engineer-at-heart? Both? If so, WithersRavenel and this open position may be just the thing to meet your professional heart’s desires! We are seeking talented individuals for this key position in Cary or Raleigh, North Carolina!

Public/Transportation Project Managers are registered professionals in the Civil Engineering industry that lead and support other dedicated, skilled engineers, planners, landscape architects, or other technical staff from both a project and team perspective. They are responsible for their designs and associated deliverables and serve as a senior technical advisor and practice leader within the group. Responsibilities include project coordination, communication, and compliance with best practice processes and standards, as well as promotion of our WithersRavenel culture and core values. At our company, Public/Transportation Project Managers play highly important roles that bring about client satisfaction, project success and a positive, fun team environment. Contact us to learn more about this fantastic career opportunity at WithersRavenel!

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist PM’s and Assistant PM’s in the budget and schedule management of the technical aspects of projects
• Lead technical aspects of project meetings
• Assist in communications with clients per PM direction
• Communicate with PM’s and Assistant PM’s regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical

• Review data, analyze information, and determine compliance with standards and design concepts
• Lead the creation of preliminary and completed layouts, design concepts, and detailed design drawings, so that they meet our company and industry standards and codes
• Research and obtain standards/codes required by client and jurisdiction coordinating with Project Management and technical staff as necessary to accurately and efficiently develop plans
• Exercise judgement on details of work and technical concepts and theoretical design and apply to real world situations
• Oversee and review work by technical and professional staff that relates to work under the Professional’s Responsible Charge
• Prepare planning and design documents, reports, and calculations
• Stamp and seal own work and work performed by those under direct supervision, per governing board and professional, ethical rules
• Work with PM’s and technical staff to create and administrate the technical scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project-related information per our Company policies and procedures
• Use, teach, and delegate the use of various applications to generate drawings, reports, or other technical based deliverables based on specific project requirements
• Initiate and monitor quality control (QC) processes and teach technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company; analyze and propose QC improvements
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to others in the Department
• Use and promote company’s current technology as much as practicable to design projects
• Investigate, promote, and integrate new technologies in collaboration with management
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and project meetings and lead technical discussions
• Fiscal responsibility for the associated technical portions of a project

Personnel and Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and monitor direct reports to achieve the goals and strategies for the Team and Department
• Participate in career path planning, mentorship, and development (including training plans), performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for direct reports
• Lead, develop, and contribute to effective communication, performance management, and strategic skills needed to achieve Company, Department, Team, and project goals.
• Participate in Department/Company recruitment efforts
• Create a positive environment; lead and engage in Company, Department, and Team meetings routinely, team building efforts, and community involvement
• Actively coach team members to meet performance goals; handling issue resolution with HR and supervisors as needed.
• Work with other teams to share resources

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Assist in the creation of technical expertise information for Marketing purposes

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Registration as a Professional in the appropriate field of expertise, i.e. P.E., P.L.A.
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Understand planning and/or design concepts and methods and challenge convention for the benefit of the Department
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to mentor and lead technical staff
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 4 to 8+ years of experience in the appropriate field of expertise
• Develops submittal responses to RFQs/RFPs
• Markets/represents the company in a positive and professional manner
• 3+years of experience in leading teams

Preferred qualifications include:

• AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil3D, GEOPAK, and/or graphic software experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications

Job Purpose

Senior Civil Engineers (PE) are registered professionals that lead and support assigned engineers, planners, landscape architects, or other technical positions on a project and team level in the Land Development, Stormwater, Utilities or Environmental Departments. They would be responsible for their designs and associated deliverables and serve as a technical resource for the Department. Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values. They are responsible for a positive working environment for their Teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist Project Managers (PMs) and Assistant PMs in the budget and schedule management of the technical aspects of projects
• Lead technical aspects of project meetings
• Assist in communications with clients per PM direction
• Communicate with PMs and Assistant PMs regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical

• Review data, analyze information, and determine compliance with standards and design concepts
• Lead the creation of preliminary and completed layouts, design concepts, and detailed design drawings, ensuring they meet our company and industry standards and codes
• Research and obtain standards/codes required by client and jurisdiction coordinating with Project Management and technical staff as necessary to accurately and efficiently develop plans
• Exercise judgement on details of work and technical concepts and theoretical design and apply to real world situations
• Provide and review work by technical and professional staff that relates to work under the Professional’s Responsible Charge
• Calculate and prepare planning and design documents and reports
• Stamps/seals work performed and work performed by those under direct supervision
• Work with PMs and technical staff to create and administrate the technical scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project-related information per our Company policies and procedures
• Utilize, teach, and delegate the use of various applications to generate drawings, reports, or other technical based deliverables based on specific project requirements
• Initiate and monitor quality control (QC) processes and teach technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company; analyze and propose QC improvements
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to others in the Department
• Utilize and promote current technology as much as practicable to design projects
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and project meetings and lead technical discussions

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Assist in the creation of technical material for Marketing purposes
• Develops submittal responses to RFQs/RFPs
• Markets/represents the company in a positive and professional manner

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Know planning and/or design concepts and methods and challenge convention
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to mentor and lead technical staff
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 7+ years of experience in the appropriate field of expertise

Preferred qualifications include:

• Additional technical certifications
• AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil3D, GEOPAK, and/or graphic software experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, frequent job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

THE INTENT OF THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IS TO PROVIDE A REPRESENTATIVE SUMMARY OF THE MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PERFORMED BY INCUMBENTS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM OTHER JOB-RELATED TASKS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY PRESENTED IN THIS DESCRIPTION.

Job Purpose

Staff Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientists are technical full-time positions to support assigned engineers, geologists, or other technical positions in the preparation of draft Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessment reports, participation in design, implementation and reporting for assessment and remediation projects and other related environmental projects. They also assist in the completion of field work and literature review work for geologic and hydrogeologic characterization of sites for environmental, water supply, solid waste, and waste application sites.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring; including the collection of soil, surface water, sediment, groundwater and waste material samples.
• Conduct environmental surveys pertaining to health and environmental hazards
• Perform emergency response activities.
• Maintain sampling and monitoring equipment in operational condition.
• Oversee subcontractor installation of test pits, soil borings, monitoring wells or excavation work. Install borings with hand auger or DPT equipment.
• Perform maintenance and repair of remediation systems.
• Prepare drafts of written reports, proposals, tables of data, CAD drawings, boring logs, and sampling forms for review by Project Manager.
• Work with project and senior staff to develop an understanding of a project’s scope of work, schedule, and budget. Communicate with site supervisors and contacts to schedule work activities.
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing technical documents and reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Follow technical guidance and policies of the Department and Company.
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation.
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and, as needed, project meetings.
• Participate in civic and community events.
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling of WR services to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science, or related field of expertise or equivalent experience.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in environmental consulting; with demonstrated experience in the completion of site assessments, remediation, environmental audits, data interpretation, and report writing. NC experience preferred.
• Technical report writing skills and a working knowledge of NC and EPA regulatory requirements that are applicable to each project assigned. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS.
• OSHA Hazardous Site Operations Worker Training (1910.120).
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required for this position.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Successful completion of FE or FG exam or ability to obtain within six months.
• NC Licensed Well Driller Certification.

Working Conditions

The position will require occasional evening and weekend work. The position also requires outdoor work throughout the year in urban, suburban, and rural settings for the collection of environmental samples, and to observe and document the work of subcontractors. Strict adherence to Health & Safety Plan and WR standard operating procedures in performance of field duties is required. Position may require use of personal protective equipment and air monitoring equipment to minimize the potential for exposure to contaminants. Position may require up to 50 to 75 percent occasional day travel.

Physical Requirements

Position requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds for short distances, kneeling, walking, lifting, and manually advancing hand operated drilling equipment. Staff Professional must also be able to mix concrete or grout as needed for well construction or abandonment jobs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare calculations, technical reports, permit applications, designs, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules for stormwater engineering projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, technical research, engineering design, and analysis for a variety of stormwater projects including: collection systems, stormwater control measures (BMPs), flood studies, and other projects.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Biosystems, Agricultural, or Environmental Engineering

Requirements

• Certification as an Engineering Intern or Professional Engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers & Surveyors. Engineering students on schedule to graduate by May 2019 and pursuing an Engineering Intern certification may be considered for this position.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Manage time effectively, organize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously in order to meet project deadlines and client needs
• Positive attitude and adherence to our core values of integrity, respect, quality, community and sustainability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with civil engineering software packages such as: HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, PondPack, AutoCAD, Civil3D, or other water resources related programs.
• Experience (0 to 4 years) in the planning, design, and construction of stormwater collection systems, stormwater control measures (BMPs), and/or flood studies.
• Familiarity with regulations and ordinances as they are applied by various authorities having jurisdiction within North Carolina.

Description

WithersRavenel, an ESOP company, is currently recruiting to the fill the position of Survey Crew Chief.

This person supervises a field survey party. The Survey Crew Chief possesses the ability to perform field calculations and complete proper field surveying techniques. This individual is responsible for the effective performance, training, and safety of all members of a field survey party.

The Survey Crew Chief possesses a general knowledge of land surveying principles and practices. Including a thorough knowledge of field surveying practices. Also, the Survey Crew Chief need to possess a working knowledge of the Subdivision Map Act and other federal and state laws and standards that regulate the land surveying profession.

Requirements

• Acts as Survey Crew Chief for a field survey crew engaged in making plane and/or geodetic surveys for construction, topographic, right-of-way, and control survey projects; participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, resident engineers, and contractor representatives; assigns and monitors work, and provides input for evaluation of members of field survey crew; and instructs and trains survey crew in survey methods, use of equipment, and field safety procedures.
• Gathers field survey data through use of conventional and Global Positioning System (GPS) methods; operates and maintains surveying equipment responsibly, including electronic total station, data collector, and GPS equipment; prepares organized field notes and drawings.
• Performs complex survey calculations; analyzes raw data for mathematical closure and geometric accuracy; provides detailed survey notations of surveyed field work.
• Researches existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements, and right-of-way documents; and maintains field data records, survey project files, and indexing systems.
• May perform mapping compliance or other related office survey duties as a temporary assignment in order to satisfy the training/experience requirement for the Professional Land Surveyor’s License.

Working Conditions

The work is performed outdoors in such areas as landfills, construction sites, in swamps, residential neighborhoods, roadway work zones and wooded areas. To perform the essential functions of the job, incumbents may be required to perform moderately strenuous tasks, such as lifting and carrying instruments weighing up to 50 pounds over rough terrain. Incumbents may also be required to clear vegetation, dig holes, and drive stakes with hand tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of land surveying, with a working history in boundary, route/control, construction, data collection/topographic types of surveys.
• Progressive experience with field surveying practices and techniques, including radial staking, uses and capabilities of survey instruments, including electronic total station, data collector, theodolites, network control stations, and GPS measuring equipment.

Description

The Survey Technician assists the Survey Crew Chief in the documentation, surveying and measuring of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction, mapmaking, land division, and titles.  This person is responsible for operating and maintaining field equipment including electronic total stations, auto levels, and data collectors.

Responsibilities

• Acts as instrument operator for a field survey crew engaged in making plane and/or geodetic surveys for construction, topographic, right-of-way, and control survey projects.
• Gathers field survey data through use of conventional and Global Positioning System (GPS) methods; sets up, adjusts, and operates surveying equipment, including electronic total station, data collector, and GPS equipment, in order to measure distances, elevations, and angles; prepares field notes and drawings; and performs field surveying for lots, roadway, bridges, and flood control projects, including installing surveying construction stakes, tying out existing intersection ties, and locating or establishing vertical and horizontal control, right of way, monuments, corners, boundaries, and property lines.
• Assists the Survey Crew Chief with survey notations for surveyed field work.
• Ensures that the batteries for all field equipment are recharged each day and that the geomatics vehicle to which they are assigned is adequately supplied and cleaned each day.

Working Conditions

The work is performed outdoors in such areas as landfills, construction sites, in swamps, residential neighborhoods, roadway work zones and wooded areas. To perform the essential functions of the job, incumbents may be required to perform moderately strenuous tasks, such as lifting and carrying instruments weighing up to 50 pounds over rough terrain. Incumbents may also be required to clear vegetation, dig holes, and drive stakes with hand tools.
Job Requirements

• Thorough understanding of principles and practices of land surveying
• Experience in field surveying practices and techniques, including radial staking, uses and capabilities of survey instruments, including electronic total station, data collector, theodolites, and leveling instrument/procedures.
• Follow safety practices, report to Survey Party Chief, ability to read and interpret engineering plans, collect data, operate and maintain complex precision surveying instruments, engineering calculators, communicate effectively orally and in writing; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Geomatics staff, engineers, developers, contractors, and the general public

Description

Are you excited about great design and love leading and mentoring teams? If so, WithersRavenel may be just the company for you! We are seeking talented individuals to join our family in various locations throughout North Carolina including but not limited to Raleigh and Cary!

Technical Project Managers are registered professionals in the Civil Engineering industry that lead, support, mentor, and coach other dedicated, skilled engineers, planners, landscape architects, or other technical staff from both project and team perspectives. They are responsible for their designs and serve as a senior technical advisor and practice leader within the team. Responsibilities include project coordination, communication, and compliance with best practice processes and standards, as well as promotion of our WithersRavenel culture and core values. At our company, Technical Project Managers play highly important roles that bring about client satisfaction, project success and a positive, fun team environment. Contact us to learn more about this fantastic career opportunity at WithersRavenel!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Project and Client Management
• Assist other PM’s and Assistant PM’s in the budget and schedule management of the technical aspects of projects
• Fiscal responsibility for the associated technical portions of a project
• Work with other teams to share resources (or formulate a resource management sentence) Lead technical aspects of project meetings
• Assist in communications with clients
• Communicate with other PM’s and Assistant PM’s regularly and proactively about project and technical details; communicate any significant technical challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Requirements

• Registration as a Professional in the appropriate field of expertise
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Understand planning and/or design concepts and methods and challenge convention for the benefit of the Department
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to mentor and lead technical staff
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 8+ years of experience in the appropriate field of expertise
• 3+ years of experience in leading teams

Job Purpose

Project Managers are responsible and accountable for systematic and consistent execution of projects which may include the supervision and management of people, resources, and clients for the mutual success of our Clients, Department, and Company.   Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.  They are responsible for fostering a positive working environment for their Teams.

Experience in the Design and/or Constructions Administration of Water or Wastewater Treatment systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project, Client, and Team Management

• Coordinate resource needs with Team members and other Departments
• Forecast workload and address gaps or excessive workloads
• Manage projects, oversee and delegate tasks, and engage in design of projects
• Schedule and lead project meetings
• Represent our Company in communications with clients for assigned projects regularly throughout the entire project and in marketing activities after project completion
• Prepare agreements including scope, schedule, fees, and terms and conditions and communicate to project team members
• Responsible for the financial performance of projects and proactively address changes in scope, billing processes, schedules, and any settlements
• Follow Accounting and Department procedures for invoicing and collections
• Communicate regularly with supervisor of any significant challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects
• Responsible for oversight and approval of design, construction plans, bid documents, technical specifications and construction cost estimates

Technical and Practice Leadership

• Responsible and accountable for coordination, input, and enforcement of all technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze complex technical problems and devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions
• Provide quality control/quality assurance consistent with Company and Department standards and the requirements of our clients and regulatory agencies
• Use current technology as much as practicable to design projects

Personnel Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and monitor Team Members to achieve the goals and strategies for the Department
• Lead and/or participate in mentoring, career path planning and development (including training plans), performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for all supervised Team Members
• Implement effective communication, performance management, as well as identify strategic skills needed to achieve Company, Department, Team, and project goals.
• Participate in Department/Company recruitment efforts and building your Team as directed
• Foster a positive environment; engage in Company, Department, and Team meetings routinely, team building efforts, and community involvement
• Report and assist HR in the resolution of personnel issues

Client and Business Development

• Responsible for cultivation of existing relationships including periodic client meetings, proposal and budget development, and obtaining feedback in conjunction with Marketing and Department personnel as required
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Assist in strategic pursuit of potential clients per Department initiatives and our core values

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Professional Engineer
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and project management skills as well as excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contracts, accounting principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven track record of fostering existing client relationships
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 7+ years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated team management experience

Preferred qualifications include:

• Project Manager training and/or certifications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, occasional job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 15 pounds.

Job Purpose

Water/Wastewater Utilities Assistant Project Managers are technical full-time positions to support Project Managers (PM’s) in the systematic and consistent execution of projects.   Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.  They are responsible for contributing towards a positive and collaborative working environment with PM’s and their Teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist PM’s in the implementation and management of projects and organization and collaboration of team members
• Assist in coordinating resource needs for Team projects
• Manage small projects per PM delegation, oversee and delegate tasks, and engage in design of projects; keep PM abreast of project progress
• Schedule and participate in project meetings
• Represent our Company in communications with clients per PM direction
• Prepare agreements including scope, schedule, work plan, fees, and terms and conditions with PM direction and approval
• Monitor and report the financial performance of projects to PM (Office Earnings, Multiplier, etc.) and proactively communicate changes in scope, billing processes, and schedules to PM
• Follow Accounting and Department procedures for invoicing and collections and assist PM’s on invoicing and collections as directed
• Communicate regularly with PM of any significant challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical and Practice Leadership

• Responsible for coordination of all technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to the PM for approval and implementation
• Provide quality control/quality assurance consistent with Company and Department standards and the requirements of our clients and regulatory agencies
• Utilize company’s current technology as much as practicable to design projects

Personnel Leadership

• Assist PM to achieve the goals and strategies for the Team and Department
• Participate in mentorship, career path planning and development, performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for all supervised Team Members and per PM direction
• Participate in effective communication and performance management needed to achieve Company, Department, Team, and project goals.
• Participate in Department/Company recruitment efforts per PM direction
• Create a positive environment; engage in Company, Department, and Team meetings routinely, team building efforts, and community involvement
• Report personnel issues to supervisor and participate as directed

Client and Business Development

• Responsible for cultivation of existing personal business relationships including periodic client meetings, proposal and budget development, and obtaining feedback with consultation from PM
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Intermediate knowledge of contracts, budgeting and forecasting
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 5+ years of engineering experience and demonstrated leadership within teams

Preferred qualifications include:

• Professional Engineer
• AutoCAD Civil 3D, Water/Sewer Cad experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using GIS

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, occasional job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

Job Purpose

Water/Wastewater Utilities Staff Professionals are technical full-time positions to support assigned engineers, or other technical positions by providing technical support and translating technical concepts into documentable technical solutions under the direction of a Professional Engineer.   Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and adherence to Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.  They are responsible for contributing towards a positive working environment for their teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Client Management

• Assist Project Managers (PM’s) and Assistant PM’s in the management of projects
• Participate in project meetings and create subsequent documentation
• Assist in communications with clients per PM direction
• Communicate with PM’s and Assistant PM’s of any significant challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects

Technical

• Review data received from senior technical staff and PM’s, analyze information, and determine compliance with standards and design concepts
• Assist with preliminary and completed layouts, design concepts, and detailed design drawings from technical notes, sketches, and/or other drawings, ensuring they meet our company and industry standards and codes
• Research and obtain standards/codes required by client and jurisdiction coordinating with Project Management and technical staff as necessary to accurately and efficiently develop plans
• Generate opinion of cost for projects.
• Apply technical concepts and theoretical design information to real world situations under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Work with PM’s and technical staff to understand scope of work, schedule, and budget
• Complete deliverables and project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule, reviewing drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project-related information per our Company policies and procedures
• Use various applications to generate drawings, reports, or other technical based deliverables based on specific project requirements
• Follow technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze technical problems; devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions; and communicate those to supervisor for approval and implementation
• Use current technology as much as practicable to design projects
• Participate in scheduled Team meetings and, as needed, project meetings

Client and Business Development

• Participate in civic and community events
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Understand planning and/or design concepts and methods
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to take direction and learn software applications
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• No experience required
• Successful completion of FE Exam or schedule to take exam

Preferred qualifications include:

• Internships in field of expertise
• AutoCAD Civil3D, Water/Sewer CAD
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using GIS

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, frequent job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

Job Purpose

Project Managers are responsible and accountable for systematic and consistent execution of projects which may include the supervision and management of people, resources, and clients for the mutual success of our Clients, Department, and Company.   Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.  They are responsible for fostering a positive working environment for their Teams.

Experience in the Design and/or Constructions Administration of Water or Wastewater Utilities (pipes, pumps, lift stations, tanks, modeling, studies, etc.).

Duties & Responsibilities

Project, Client, and Team Management

• Coordinate resource needs with Team members and other Departments
• Forecast workload and address gaps or excessive workloads
• Manage projects, oversee and delegate tasks, and engage in design of projects
• Schedule and lead project meetings
• Represent our Company in communications with clients for assigned projects regularly throughout the entire project and in marketing activities after project completion
• Prepare agreements including scope, schedule, fees, and terms and conditions and communicate to project team members
• Responsible for the financial performance of projects and proactively address changes in scope, billing processes, schedules, and any settlements
• Follow Accounting and Department procedures for invoicing and collections
• Communicate regularly with supervisor of any significant challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that occurs on projects
• Responsible for oversight and approval of design, construction plans, bid documents, technical specifications and construction cost estimates

Technical and Practice Leadership

• Responsible and accountable for coordination, input, and enforcement of all technical aspects and policies of the Department and Company
• Analyze complex technical problems and devise new or improved techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions
• Provide quality control/quality assurance consistent with Company and Department standards and the requirements of our clients and regulatory agencies
• Use current technology as much as practicable to design projects

Personnel Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and monitor Team Members to achieve the goals and strategies for the Department
• Lead and/or participate in mentoring, career path planning and development (including training plans), performance plans, mentoring, and resource sharing for all supervised Team Members
• Implement effective communication, performance management, as well as identify strategic skills needed to achieve Company, Department, Team, and project goals.
• Participate in Department/Company recruitment efforts and building your Team as directed
• Foster a positive environment; engage in Company, Department, and Team meetings routinely, team building efforts, and community involvement
• Report and assist HR in the resolution of personnel issues

Client and Business Development

• Responsible for cultivation of existing relationships including periodic client meetings, proposal and budget development, and obtaining feedback in conjunction with Marketing and Department personnel as required
• Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects
• Assist in strategic pursuit of potential clients per Department initiatives and our core values

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Professional Engineer
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or equivalent experience
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and project management skills as well as excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contracts, accounting principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven track record of fostering existing client relationships
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• 7+ years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated team management experience

Preferred qualifications include:

• Project Manager training and/or certifications

Working Conditions

The assignment will require occasional evening and weekend work, occasional job site visits outdoors, and working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 15 pounds.