Civil Engineer

THE ANNEX GROUP’S MISSION STATEMENT

To create a positive impact with the people who live, work and are involved in our communities.

The Annex Group is seeking qualified individuals searching for careers not jobs and can operate with a team first approach. If you are someone who wants to assist in our mission and make an impact, come join our team. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: Civil Engineer

• Site Assessment: Provide insight and feedback to our development teams for topography, soil, environmental, traffic, and utility factors to assess project feasibility. Suggest options for preliminary building layouts, grading plans, and utility plans. Review surveys and title documents to identify property constraints (easements, rights-of-way, floodplain, setbacks, etc.) and mitigate project risks.
• Infrastructure Design: Review plans created by 3rd party engineers for roads, sidewalks, water lines, sewer systems, and storm drainage.  Assess options to address these issues in timely and cost-effective manner. Provide suggestions for value engineering when appropriate. 
• Grading & Layout: Review plans created by 3rd party engineers to address the slope of the land and positioning building pads for proper drainage and buildability. Assess the need for, and the proposed solutions for, retaining walls where appropriate and in conjunction with a structural engineer.
• Permitting: Work with 3rd party engineers to prepare, submit, and/or expedite plans to local authorities for approval.
• Construction Support: Conduct site visits if/when appropriate to ensure plans are followed and to collaborate on solutions to issues that arise during the construction process.  Collaborate with external engineering consultants to ensure accuracy of plans, alignment with project goals, and timely submittals.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Civil Engineering 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn and utilize TestFit
• In-depth knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and industry standards related to multifamily design.
• Demonstrated ability to balance design aesthetics with technical functionality and constructability.
• Understanding of sustainable design principles and commitment to creating environmentally responsible projects.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficient in effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintains a positive outlook and embraces a collaborative team approach.
• Proven leadership skills that cultivate collaboration among the internal and external team members
• Demonstrated record of successful project management in complex situations
• Must be willing to occasional travel for construction project inspections and related items
• Experience with contract negotiations  preferred
• Experience with LIHTC affordable housing programs strongly preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional walking, standing, sitting within the work area
• Occasional driving to/from locations for business-related purposes
• Routine travel requiring air travel and overnight stay
• Walking, observing, and documenting activity in and around job site

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment is that of a fast-paced office with minimal noise levels
• This position requires working independently as well as part of a team
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary as well as all general office equipment
• Ability to work out of home office daily, in Fishers, IN.
• At times while on site this position will be exposed to routine job site hazards and thus appropriate safety precautions will need to be adhered to in strict accordance to OSHA