Job Description

Purpose

The Lead Civil Engineer is responsible for managing the civil engineering scope and supporting construction activities for a selection of utility-scale onshore wind, solar, and battery storage projects.
Working closely with the project team and project manager, this person will coordinate requirements and deliverables with multiple internal and external stakeholders. In addition to advanced conceptual
and practical civil engineering knowledge and experience, the successful candidate will have a proven track-record of initiative and effectively solving complex challenges.

Responsibilities

Lead the civil engineering scopes, which may include geotechnical engineering, foundation designs, transportation studies, road layout and design, stormwater management, erosion and
sedimentation controls, grading, and drainage.
Lead engineering implementation, including cost estimating, project scheduling, permit integration into project plans, engineering document control, and other activities necessary
during project engineering and construction.
Advanced review and approval of civil engineering work; coordinates the multidisciplinary (engineering, land, permitting, development, etc.) review of detailed project drawing submittals.
Oversee quality aspects of engineering and construction, including ensuring compliance with design standards and accuracy of final documentation and test data.
Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve problems or to improve project competitiveness.
Support the development of EPC contractor bid packages and evaluate bids as part of the procurement process for electrical construction services.
Develop and maintain Avangrid civil design standards.
Advise the Development Engineering team in project development, planning and design with the
Environmental & Permitting, Meteorology, Land, and Transmission Interconnect teams.
Manage and provide oversight of external professionals who provide technical expertise and project support through development, design, construction, and operations.
Coordinate and maintain project documentation for due diligence review by an independent engineering firm.
Provide technical support to plant operations as may be required for project infrastructure, facilities, and systems.
Mentor, develop, and support other engineers in technical skills.
Attend and participate in relevant industry meetings/conferences, committees, associations, and/or working groups.

Skills and Requirements

7+ years of relevant experience
Experience leading complex renewable energy projects
Bachelor\'s degree in civil engineering or equivalent education; preference may be giving to
candidates with relevant advanced degree(s)
Professional Engineer (PE) registration and applicable field experience strongly preferred

Knowledge & Skills

Advanced knowledge of various aspects of renewable projects such as turbine specifications, GSU design and selection, solar module and inverter selection, battery systems, and collector
system, overhead collection, transmission, and substation designs.
Working knowledge of consulting services and EPC construction contracts.
Advanced ability to understand renewable energy projects technical documentation such as permitting documents, local codes and regulations, civil, geotechnical reports, hydrology models
and reports, stormwater pollution protection plans (SWPPPs), and civil construction specifications.
Strong influencing and communication skills to articulate highly technical concepts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, OPC, Visio, and AutoCad Civil 3D, Google Earth
Exemplify core behaviors to support Avangrid\'s purpose & values: Develop self & others, Empower to grow, Collaborate & share, Be a role model, Focus to achieve results, Be agile.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a
credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR)
check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.

Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country

Competencies

• Be a role model
• Be agile
• Collaborate and Share
• Develop Self & Others
• Empower to grow
• Focus to achieve results
• Technical Skills

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