Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world. What we’re looking for: Nexamp is actively seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the site development and design of solar array and battery storage projects as well as providing technical expertise for all aspects of the solar farm life-cycle. We are seeking someone with experience in site design, land-use permitting, and construction administration, including expertise in stormwater design, grading, best management practices, and sedimentation and erosion control measures are all required. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in this position. This position will be hybrid out of Chicago, IL and will report to the Director, Civil Engineering. What you’ll do:  <ul><li>Provide technical support to Nexamp partners in development, engineering, procurement, estimation,  construction, and maintenance for the entire life cycle of a project.</li><li>Project Development Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Conduct due diligence reviews of potential sites and project acquisitions to identify fatal flaws and mitigate design risks.</li><li>Review draft permit plans and support optimization of site layout, including access roadway layouts, for topography, hydrology, environmental resources areas, and other site constraints.</li><li>Provide cost estimating support to the Nexamp estimation team.</li></ul><li>Engineering Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Review and critique all aspects of the civil engineering site design, including construction drawings, stormwater management reports, erosion and sediment control plans, construction management plans (e.g. access and staging), design details, and technical specifications.</li><li>Cross-coordinate with other engineering groups (solar design, electrical, grid interconnection, structural, geotechnical, etc.).</li><li>Develop internal design standards and identify process improvements.</li><li>Support training of engineering department personnel, as well as new product research and implementation.</li><li>Perform racking foundation tolerance analysis and grading design for tracker projects</li></ul><li>Construction Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Coordinate with construction Project Managers to facilitate handoff from engineering to construction.</li><li>Conduct site field visits and inspections, as needed.</li><li>Respond to RFIs and urgent field issues.</li><li>Provide support to ensure compliance with permits and Construction Documents.</li></ul><li>Develop and manage relationships with a network of 3rd party engineering consultants responsible for performing civil engineering, surveying, construction and landscape architecture design products.</li><li>Provide value engineering recommendations through project life-cycle to drive cost reduction while maintaining standards for code compliance and industry best practices</li><li>Manage project Requests for Proposals with 3rd party consultants, negotiate prices and change orders, requisition Purchase Orders and approve invoices</li><li>Travel up to 10%</li><li>Additional duties as assigned and/or directed</li></ul>What you’ll bring:<ul><li>7+ years of civil engineering and land development design experience; federal, state, and local permitting experience; and construction administration experience.</li><li>Proficiency with state Stormwater Management policies and guidelines.</li><li>Experience in site grading and earthwork analyses.</li><li>Strong written and oral technical communication skills.</li><li>AutoCAD Civil 3D &amp; HydroCAD software proficiency.</li><li>Microsoft Office Suite software proficiency.</li><li>Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and time management skills.</li><li>Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.   </li><li>Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.</li><li>Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.</li><li>Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.</li><li>Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.  </li></ul>If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.You’ll love working here because:  Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!  Compensation:The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $140,000 - $160,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company’s stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location. Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Nexamp is leading the transformation to the new energy economy with proven solutions for the deployment and operation of solar energy assets. Our comprehensive capabilities span the entire solar project lifecycle &sbquo;&Auml;&igrave; from project development, design and construction, through financing, operations and maintenance. Our integrated, best-in class solutions make solar energy simple and profitable for our clients and partners, and make an impact every day. With a rapidly expanding network of property owners, businesses, communities and residents benefitting from our growing portfolio of solar assets across the US, Nexamp is laying the groundwork for a cleaner, more secure energy future.

Senior Civil Engineer 

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!&nbsp;This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.&nbsp;What we’re looking for:&nbsp;Nexamp is actively seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the site development and design of solar array and battery storage projects as well as providing technical expertise for all aspects of the solar farm life-cycle. We are seeking someone with experience in site design, land-use permitting, and construction administration, including expertise in stormwater design, grading, best management practices, and sedimentation and erosion control measures are all required. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in this position.&nbsp;This position will be hybrid out of Chicago, IL and will report to the Director, Civil Engineering.&nbsp;What you’ll do:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide technical support to Nexamp partners in development, engineering, procurement, estimation, &nbsp;construction, and maintenance for the entire life cycle of a project.</li><li>Project Development Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Conduct due diligence reviews of potential sites and project acquisitions to identify fatal flaws and mitigate design risks.</li><li>Review draft permit plans and support optimization of site layout, including access roadway layouts, for topography, hydrology, environmental resources areas, and other site constraints.</li><li>Provide cost estimating support to the Nexamp estimation team.</li></ul><li>Engineering Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Review and critique all aspects of the civil engineering site design, including construction drawings, stormwater management reports, erosion and sediment control plans, construction management plans (e.g. access and staging), design details, and technical specifications.</li><li>Cross-coordinate with other engineering groups (solar design, electrical, grid interconnection, structural, geotechnical, etc.).</li><li>Develop internal design standards and identify process improvements.</li><li>Support training of engineering department personnel, as well as new product research and implementation.</li><li>Perform racking foundation tolerance analysis and grading design for tracker projects</li></ul><li>Construction Responsibilities:</li><ul><li>Coordinate with construction Project Managers to facilitate handoff from engineering to construction.</li><li>Conduct site field visits and inspections, as needed.</li><li>Respond to RFIs and urgent field issues.</li><li>Provide support to ensure compliance with permits and Construction Documents.</li></ul><li>Develop and manage relationships with a network of 3rd party engineering consultants responsible for performing civil engineering, surveying, construction and landscape architecture design products.</li><li>Provide value engineering recommendations through project life-cycle to drive cost reduction while maintaining standards for code compliance and industry best practices</li><li>Manage project Requests for Proposals with 3rd party consultants, negotiate prices and change orders, requisition Purchase Orders and approve invoices</li><li>Travel up to 10%</li><li>Additional duties as assigned and/or directed</li></ul>What you’ll bring:<ul><li>7+ years of civil engineering and land development design experience; federal, state, and local permitting experience; and construction administration experience.</li><li>Proficiency with state Stormwater Management policies and guidelines.</li><li>Experience in site grading and earthwork analyses.</li><li>Strong written and oral technical communication skills.</li><li>AutoCAD Civil 3D &amp; HydroCAD software proficiency.</li><li>Microsoft Office Suite software proficiency.</li><li>Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and time management skills.</li><li>Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.</li><li>Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.</li><li>Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.</li><li>Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.You’ll love working here because:&nbsp;&nbsp;Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!&nbsp;&nbsp;Compensation:The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $140,000 - $160,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company’s stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.&nbsp;Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.&nbsp;

Senior Civil Engineer

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