Job Description

PROJECT ENGINEER I (SITE DEVELOPMENT) Position SummarySpicer Group is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Site Development Technical Service Group in our Dawsonville office. This Site Development Project Engineer will be responsible for planning and designing private/public site development projects. This role involves various aspects of civil design that can include but are not limited to residential and commercial site developments, stormwater management design, construction drawings and cost estimating.The CompanySpicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. We have offices in Cumming and Dawsonville, Georgia and locations throughout Michigan including Saginaw, St. Johns, Manistee, Traverse City, Dundee, Byron Center, East Lansing, Standish, Bingham Farms.Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values.Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment to our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to:Competitive PayHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options401(k)-match programPaid HolidaysSick and Vacation DaysProfit SharingTuition ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentExcellent Working ConditionsWork-Life BalanceFitness ReimbursementIn addition to our benefits package, we host employee appreciation events throughout the year as a token of appreciation for all our employees’ hard work and dedication.Key ResponsibilitiesConducting site investigations and surveys to assess preliminary design needs and constraintsProduce civil design plans and specifications for residential and commercial land development projectsPrepare civil engineering design calculations, high-level technical designs, and drainage reportsCollaborate with clients, contractors, and engineers to ensure project successWork closely with Project Managers on project progress, schedule and budget to ensure projects are completed on time and within budgetProviding technical support and guidance to junior engineers and techniciansMeet with city, county, and state regulatory or reviewing authorities to identify appropriate design criteria and limitationsAttend client and project meetingsAssist Project Managers with generating project proposalsPhysical presence is an essential function of this job.The list of specific duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a logical assignment to the position.Preferred QualificationsEngineer-In-Training (EIT) DesignationMinimum of 2 years of experience in site development engineeringPosition RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related fieldProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Bluebeam (or Adobe), and other relevant softwareStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamKnowledge of grading and stormwater management principles and practicesFOR MORE INFORMATIONFor more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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