Senior Civil Engineer - UMIAQ Design

Overview

UMIAQ Design is seeking a registered Senior Civil Engineer to support a diverse portfolio of challenging projects throughout both rural and urban Alaska. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions while working closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients throughout all phases of project development. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of meaningful work in dynamic environments across the state.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Provide civil engineering design for a variety of projects, including urban and rural site development, roadways, water distribution and wastewater collection systems, and landfills.
• Prepare design documents (drawings, specifications, permit applications, and cost estimates) across all project phases.
• Support the bidding process, including development of bid documents and contractor coordination.
• Provide construction administration services and assist with project closeout.
• Plan and execute projects to meet high quality standards on time and within project budget.
• Collaborate with internal and external design teams across multiple disciplines.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies throughout project development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers and technical support staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration in the State of Alaska in the Civil Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering design (water & sewer systems, landfills, civil site development, roads, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Must be capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to travel to remote project locations using various modes of transportation.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and work on unimproved terrain and active construction sites, often in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based work, with occasional travel to remote locations and active construction sites.
• May require travel to remote areas of Alaska throughout the year.
• Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Field assignments may involve exposure to harsh weather, rugged terrain, and limited access to amenities.