Location: Buffalo, NY
Company: C & S Companies
collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment whereall our voices are heard. Position Overview C&S Companies is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to be based in our Buffalo office. This is a great opportunity for an individual to join our civil engineering practice. This candidate will work on multi-disciplinary
teams to perform site/civil infrastructure design and construction observation for private development, higher education, K-12 municipal, and healthcare clients.
Responsibilities include field data collection, analysis, and development of engineering plans using CAD software and 3D models, and preparation of engineering reports, specifications, and cost estimates. Work is initially performed under close supervision with potential to progress to independent work based on performance. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Occasional day travel will be required. Position Responsibilities Civil Design: Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers to assist in the design
of civil/site development projects that include site layout, sanitary and water utility design, stormwater management systems and preparation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and engineering reports.
CAD Design: Utilize industry-standard Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to prepare 3D models and detailed engineering drawings, plans, and specifications. Data Analysis: Conduct site investigations and analyze data to support the engineering design process. Interpret survey reports, environmental impact backssments, and geotechnical investigations. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure project designs comply with relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
Work closely with regulatory authorities to obtain necessary permits and approvals. Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, surveyors, and project managers, to ensure seamless project delivery. Utilize safe work practices in accordance with federal, state, local, and company standards. Communicate incidents, accidents, near misses, potential hazards, and unsafe working conditions to a supervisor or the Health and Safety Department as soon as identified. Skills/Education/Experience A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering EIT/FE a plus, with intent to receive a PE license 0 - 3 years of experience in civil and infrastructure design with strong knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices Familiarity in engineering software, including Auto CAD, Civil 3D, and other relevant engineering software as well as Microsoft office.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Estimated Compensation Range: $73,000-$80,000/year Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.
WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 500 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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