Civil Design Engineer

Northville, Michigan, United States

• Category: Civil Engineering

Description

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Description

Civil Design Engineer 

Who we are

NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) has been providing professional engineering consulting services to the energy, community development, industry, transportation, and water markets since 1968. From a small, Detroit-based, geotechnical engineering firm, our company has grown into to a nationally recognized, full service infrastructure and environmental consulting firm, providing a wide range of services in civil design, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and facilities engineering. Those who join our team will see first-hand the impact they have on the environment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, and community development efforts through exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Every day, our staff solves problems and overcomes challenges that make an immediate difference to our clients and the people they serve. 

A day in the life of a Civil Design Engineer at NTH

• Develop and prepare work plans and proposals for engineering services related to site/civil consultation and design, including:  

- Defining the scope of field investigations and design effort  

- Preparing cost estimates and project schedules 

- Preparing, delivering, and discussing design and bid documents with clients 

- Managing project schedule and budget for various projects

• Prepare and review engineering analyses, reports, calculations, contract documents, designs, and specifications for site/civil projects.
• Plan, organize, supervise, and conduct field evaluations and field inspection programs as necessary.
• Assess feasibility and soundness of proposed site/civil features.
• Develop design details and specify appropriate construction materials.
• Coordinate construction quality control services, conduct periodic site visits, and review daily field reports prepared by others.
• Conduct pre-proposal, pre-construction, and construction progress meetings, and prepare minutes of those meetings.
• Develop and present project-specific or technical presentations to clients, technical organizations, and in-house staff. 
• Assist Project Manager(s) in managing Projects that require financial, technical, and administrative leadership and growing opportunities with new and existing clients.  
• Partners with Project Managers & Project Directors to mitigate client concerns and communicate changes to scope, schedule, and budget. 

What you will enjoy (the perks!) 

• Become an employee owner with us: company contributions to a qualified retirement plan through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. 
• We believe in work life balance: Flexible and hybrid work schedules available.  
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
• Participation in our total rewards program with competitive salaries, and low-cost health plans.
• Cafeteria plan options for health, dental, vision plans, and a 401K plan with a company match. 
• Company paid employee assistance program for employees & families.
• Paid parental leave.
• Give back to the community through various volunteer events and fundraisers. 
• Tuition reimbursement for our life-long learners.
• Professional development opportunities & paid professional memberships.  

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related degree, from a 4-year accredited college or university. Master’s Degree preferred but not required. 
• Professional Registration is required. 
• 7+ years of demonstrated site development experience including site layout, grading, utility design, pavement design, permitting, budgeting, jurisdictional agency interaction, and other related project activities.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience required, Infrastructure Suite or MicroStation experience a Plus.
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling software experience preferred, including proficient use with HEC-HMS, SWMM, Storm and Sanitary Analysis or others.
• Be willing and able to work on construction sites, performing review activities.
• Understand and read design drawings.
• Previous experience with a consulting firm preferred. 
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be able to work in a team environment and independently, demonstrate team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and have strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients and fellow engineers/professionals.
• Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
• Time management skills, ability to manage multiple projects at any given time, and have ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in mentoring, leading, managing, and developing junior staff.
• Ability to organize technical material into comprehensive drawings/specifications/reports and perform QA/QC reviews on work product.
• Project planning, budgeting, task delegation, and management to ensure project is completed according to work plans.
• Project Administration, including invoicing and collections.
• Develop and maintain professional business relationships with targeted new clients. 
• Conduct periodic site / client visits, project, and business development meetings. 
• Assist in developing business strategies and action plans for creating growth opportunities.
• Work with Business Development staff to bring new clients / business opportunities to the firm.
• May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary. 
• Demonstrated ability to seek and establish new clients and build good business relationships with both new and current clients.
• Work with project managers to bring new clients / business opportunities to the firm.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan. Travel time could be up to 30% of the job. 

Why choose us?  

In 2024, NTH was named a National & Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Company.  

As an employee-owned firm, we take our work seriously, but we know how to have fun. We promote a relaxed company culture that focuses on improving not only our staff members' professional life, but also their personal life. We regularly schedule company activities which support employee ownership, such as golf outings, off-site company holiday party, food trucks, book clubs, ESOP month Oktoberfest celebrations, and many more team building events. We also offer a robust engagement program that focuses on all aspects of wellness. Opportunities include regular challenges, educational presentations and health initiatives, impromptu activities such as group lunch walks, healthy snack days, after work bike outings, and more.  

Work Authorization

Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.  

AAP / EEO Statement

NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E-Verify. 

At NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) We are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact the NTH Human Resources Department (at 248-553-6300 or careers@nthconsultants.com) where the position is available, for further assistance. 

Company

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NTH Consultants

History

For more than 45 years, NTH has been confronted with some of the most challenging and complex issues facing our environment today. Our staff provide innovative and creative approaches for each project we undertake. The vehicle driving this innovation is teamwork. NTH encourages teamwork and fosters partnerships through communication, mutual respect, cooperation and trust. This principal has allowed NTH to be an entrepreneurial leader among its competition. 

NTH focuses on business development and growth efforts with new and existing markets. We are constantly exploring new technologies and solutions that are safe, well developed, and cost effective for our clients. 

NTH Philosophy

The NTH client philosophy encompasses three key principles:

Responsiveness – NTH has built a reputation on our ability to
mobilize immediately. With offices located in Northville, Lansing, and
Grand Rapids, Michigan; as well as Cleveland, Ohio, NTH is able to
respond to Midwest projects quickly – thus reducing project costs and
adhering to project schedules.

Expertise – NTH staffs over 100 industry-leading engineers,
hydrogeologists, geologists, environmental scientists and other
professionals. The NTH team is comprised of over 30 Professional
Engineers, holding registrations in 15 states, as well as Certified
Professional Geologists and Certified UST Professionals.

Listening and Anticipating Needs – NTH is committed to
understanding our clients’ needs, and to completing projects as
defined by the client. We actively query and listen to our clients to
understand their needs and expectations, offer alternatives based
upon our knowledge and experience, and provide to clients a quality,
value added service in a timely manner.