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LACO Associates is a majority Native owned multi-disciplinary consulting firm located on California’s North Coast with offices in Eureka, Ukiah, Santa Rosa, and Chico, with a satellite office in Lakeport. LACO’s team of engineers, surveyors, planners, and grant writers works with public-, private-, and tribal-sector clients to support land development, environmental restoration, environmental compliance, and program implementation. LACO’s team endeavors to work closely with our clients to improve the communities where we live and work, embodying our mission to advance the quality of life for generations to come. LACO’s core values are Community, Adaptability and Flexibility, Relationships, and Trust.
LACO is looking for a full-time Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in the Chico office. This position will be responsible for creating, improving, and protecting our immediate environment. This position will be responsible for creating, improving, and protecting our immediate environment. In this position, the individual plans and oversees construction and rebuilding, as well as the maintenance of water and wastewater systems, roads, bridges, tunnels, railways, dams, harbors, power plants, and airports. The Senior Civil Engineer should be a critical thinker and have a sound subject knowledge of mathematics and physics to identify and solve engineering problems. This individual must possess a certain level of creativity to present innovative solutions and improvements to technical processes. The Senior Civil Engineer can effectively lead their team, communicate ideas, make recommendations, and negotiate project details with their team, subcontractors, and clients.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
A 10 or more years of civil engineering experience
General experience and knowledge of how Auto CAD and Civil 3D function
Strong team management and leadership skills
Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, and regulatory approvals
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a high level of accuracy in calculations and designs
Excellent time management skills to ensure project deadlines are met
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or another related field
Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE)
Travel may be required
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assess projects and requirements
Develop detailed designs based on project requirements
Feasibility assessments and site inspections
Assess the impact and feasibility of site due diligence, preliminary layout, and up to the final engineering design
Study and assess drawings, plans, specifications, and other documents related to construction projects
Determine budget, project schedules, and scope of work, and deploy appropriate resources and staff to projects
Direct, lead, and support other engineering and skilled personnel in managing and executing multiple tasks and projects
Collaborate and interact with construction teams, architects, and outside project developers and consultants
Provide recommendations on presenting alternative solutions to problems
Confidently liaising with clients and other professional subcontractors
Manage deliverables on time and within budget
Initiate and ensure standard civil engineering discipline in drawings and plans including geotechnical, wind, and hydrology analyses
Adhere to the best practices, standards, and procedures of the company and licensure
Benefits include:
Health insurance (90% composite rate premium paid for employee), dental (100% paid for employee), vision (100% paid for employee)
Retirement plan with up to 4% match
11 paid holidays per year
Starts with 10 days of paid vacation per year
6 sick leave days per year for full-time employees
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
AFLAC
Employee Assistance Program
Professional development support
Here are a few other reasons to consider working with us:
Our goal is to create the next generation of leading professionals in an environment designed to foster collaboration, creativity, health, and happiness
We enjoy a family-friendly, energetic, and fun environment
We empower employees to make their own decisions, creating a respectful workplace where people are treated fairly and are highly motivated to succeed
Our culture nurtures and celebrates the contributions of each individual
We aim to cultivate a strong sense of community and dedication
LACO has four years of recognition as a Best Firm To Work For by Zweig Group.
To apply, please visit our website at www.lacoassociates.com