Project Engineer

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.

Position Overview 
The Project Engineer plays a crucial role in the successful execution of civil engineering projects by leading preliminary designs and conducting thorough site analyses. This position involves creating detailed plans for roadways, utilities, storm drainage, and grading while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Project Engineer collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, manages regulatory submittals, and oversees project progress from concept to completion. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, technical proficiency in design software like AutoCAD Civil 3D, and effective time management to meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality results. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the initial design phase of projects by accurately applying local and federal mapping, assessing drainage areas, and determining buildable areas in line with design standards. Demonstrate a thorough 
  understanding of comprehensive lot layouts, local and state buffer zones, zoning regulations, and ordinance requirements.
• Conduct detailed site analysis by interpreting topographic data, as-built surveys, and construction staking to inform preliminary design. Perform initial sizing of Best Management Practices (BMPs), rough grading plans, and basic utility design. Ensure comprehensive site due diligence to identify potential constraints and opportunities.
• Design horizontal layouts for roadways and parking areas while adhering to project specifications and standards. Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D for precision in preliminary layouts and drafting. 
• Execute storm drainage designs using advanced software tools like Hydraflow. Prepare detailed storm drainage plans, calculate culvert designs, and perform gutter spread analyses to ensure proper water flow management and compliance with regulations. 
• Engineer channel flow systems and velocity dissipaters using robust engineering principles. Compile and present thorough engineering analyses and design reports that meet company and regulatory standards. 
• Develop comprehensive erosion control designs, including the design of sediment basins suitable for various site conditions. Conduct detailed calculations and create clear, company-standard reports to support the 
  plans. 
• Design and layout water distribution systems that incorporate essential components such as water meters, backflow preventers, fire department connections, and post indicator valves. Perform detailed water distribution analyses under multiple scenarios to optimize functionality and compliance.