Senior Civil Engineer

Position: SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Civil Engineer to our team based in Ithaca, NY.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

The Senior Civil Engineer leads and delivers civil design and site development projects for building and infrastructure projects within the Architectural/Engineering/Consulting (AEC) environment. This role is responsible for directing land development and site improvement efforts, including site feasibility analysis, grading, drainage, utility design, and site layout, while providing technical oversight throughout all phases of project execution in collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams.

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

* Act as the Lead Site Engineer on assigned projects, providing technical leadership and oversight throughout all phases of site development.

* Lead and manage all site design phases, including initial site analysis, master planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and preparation of construction documents.

* Perform and direct all aspects of site design, including site layout and geometry, pedestrian and vehicular circulation, grading, athletic and sports field, track and court design, site utilities, paving, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control.

* Coordinate the overall development of site projects, including preparation and management of construction cost estimates, schedules, and project budgets.

* Prepare and review project drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and design reports in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.

* Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure coordinated, integrated, and constructible site designs.

* Visit job sites to conduct construction observations; prepare existing site condition surveys, deficiency reports, and punch lists; and support construction administration activities.

* Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, government agencies, construction administrators, and contractors, including managing correspondence, permitting coordination, and technical responses.

* Oversee, mentor, and provide technical guidance to assigned Site/Civil team members to ensure quality, efficiency, and professional development.

* Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.

* Execute work in accordance with internal quality procedures, applicable codes, legislation, and industry standards to ensure project compliance and technical excellence.

* Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities to maintain a high degree of technical knowledge and professional competency in structural engineering.

* Promote and maintain a culture of safety by working in a safe manner at all times and promptly reporting all health and safety incidents or concerns.

* Perform additional tasks as required to support project goals, team objectives, and company initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

* Professional Engineering license (NY State preferred) with 10+ years of related design experience.

* Project experience in Athletic / Recreational Fields and Courts for Parks and Recreation, K-12 schools, and Higher Education clients.

* Experience in designing synthetic and natural turf sports fields and running tracks.

* Strong knowledge and experience creating SWPPP documents and understanding of NYSDEC storm water regulations.

* Experience in leading and managing projects and the ability to successfully interact with clients.

* Possess strong communication skills.

* Proficiency in Revit, and good knowledge of industry software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

* Active and clear driver's license, including a successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle history check.

Preferred Qualifications:

* NY Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, attending meetings, or preparing…