Site Civil Engineering Section Manager Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Site Civil Engineering Section Manager HDR, Inc. United States, Georgia, Atlanta Jun 12, 2025 At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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‘ https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story’ Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR is looking for a Site Civil Engineering Section Manager to join our Georgia Building Engineering Services Team in Atlanta. This individual will be expected to be the senior leader and mentor within our Site Civil Design Group. They will be responsible for managing and building a design production team. Staff management responsibilities will include managing workflow and utilization, mentoring and staff development, forecasting and scheduling, quality control, and fostering a team environment. In addition to staff management responsibilities, the Site Civil Engineering Section Manager will also function as a technical lead on site development projects, coordinate with other disciplines across HDR, and lead the development of construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations, as well as the review of shop drawings during construction. They will be directly involved with external clients as well as internal project managers, market sector leads, business group managers, and other leaders throughout HDR. They will also be expected to help implement, monitor, and support company policies. Design experience with site development projects in the following areas is considered critical for this role: site layout (ordinance review and vehicle turning movements), grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control and site utility design (sanitary, gas, fire/domestic water, electrical/communication). Extensive knowledge in Civil 3D and other site civil design software is essential. Site development permitting experience is also a necessity for this role including the ability to research ordinance and regulatory requirements, develop plans within local permitting requirements, coordinate with permitting review agencies, and successfully obtain all site development permits required to commence construction. This individual will also be expected to: Build team technical expertise and design production capacity through recruitment, staff development and training
Lead and mentor Civil staff
Staff management responsibilities will include managing workflow and utilization, mentoring and staff development, forecasting and scheduling, quality control, and fostering a team environment.
Function as a technical lead on site development projects and coordinate with other disciplines across HDR,
Be directly involved with external clients as well as internal project managers, market sector leads, business group managers, and other leaders throughout HDR
Participate in leadership for technical service functions and support the development of HDR services in site civil planning and design
Prepare site civil proposals including scope development and estimating hours/fee
Some regional/national travel will be expected Preferred Qualifications MS or MSCE Degree in Civil Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of experience in site development and civil design
PE license
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills and the ability to thrive in a team environment
Strong operating knowledge of Civil 3D
Strong knowledge of modeling software such as Hydraflow Storm Sewers, Hydraflow Hydrographs, HydroCAD, Bentley StormCAD, etc.
Ability to manage, lead and mentor other team members
Local candidates are preferred
•LI-SM1 Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location :

United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry :

Building Engineering

Schedule :

Full-time

Employee Status :

Regular

BusinessClass :

Building Site Civil

Job Posting :

Jan 30, 2025