Senior Civil Engineer Department Lead

Tetra Tech has a unique opportunity for an experienced engineer ready to take the next step in their career. We are seeking a Senior Level Engineer/Project Manager to join our existing regional engineering team by starting and leading a civil engineering group and practice in the South Carolina area. This “start up” will have the regional support of our GA, NC, and VA offices as well as being a vital part of Tetra Tech.

This position will be part of a dynamic regional team of engineers, scientists, and technicians engaged in a variety of projects providing planning, design, and engineering services focused on stormwater management, water/wastewater infrastructure design and improvements, land development, and/or construction services in the water resources area of practice in civil engineering. Our civil engineering department across the region works to be flexible and engaged at the local, regional, and national levels.

• Act as EOR/PE in responsible charge for various civil engineering projects.
• Act as Project Manager in multi-disciplined projects in the preparation of construction drawings, details, specifications, calculations, and engineers’ estimates of probable construction costs.
• Provide (or lead) design, analysis, and oversight in various areas to include:
  • Stormwater management facilities for municipalities and other entities.
  • Sustainable green infrastructure, including subsurface storage and infiltration, bioretention basins, bioswales, green streets, and constructed wetlands.
  • Drainage projects across the spectrum of civil engineering.
  • Natural resources mitigation and restoration, i.e., stream restoration, wetland restoration, living shoreline restoration, etc.
  • By utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce grading plans, alignments, profiles, cut‑fill volumes, surfaces, pipe networks, etc.
• Provide oversight and guidance in all areas of permitting to include varied local and state regulatory processes for permitting of stormwater and/or wastewater projects and related land disturbance, natural resources impacts, and flood mitigation compliance.
• Ultimately lead a team of engineers, CAD professionals, and/or GIS professionals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship through exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Provide insight and direction on projects based on an intermediate knowledge of surveying and use of topographic data.
• Possess a strong work ethic and problem‑solving skills.
• Engage with clients and professional organizations on behalf of Tetra Tech to foster exposure and growth of our expertise and experience.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, environmental engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 10‑15 years of progressive experience in land development, water resources, and/or utility design projects. Less may be considered with an advanced degree.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25%.
• Current registration as South Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) is required. Ability to obtain additional target states within 3‑months (GA, NC, VA).
• Current certification as Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is desired.
• Current certification as Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is desired.
• This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.
• If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

• Must be fluent in the English language – writing, reading, and speaking.
• Must have a high level of written and oral communication skills and the ability to work and collaborate with employees at all levels and disciplines.
• Successful candidate must possess effective…