Lead Civil Engineer Salary in the United States
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How much does a Lead Civil Engineer make in the United States? The average Lead Civil Engineer salary in the United States is $91,962 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $81,048 and $105,967. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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$81,048 to $105,967

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81750

110578

93631

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Infrastructure civil engineer practice area lead

West Yost Associates - Davis , California

... civil engineering consulting or engineering management. Excellent writing and communication skills. Ability to lead, manage, work with others, mentor and support a team. Ability to establish trust ...

Jobtome - 6 days ago

Civil Engineer (EIT) / Project Manager (PE)

Onyx Services -

Onyx Services is opening this position to a graduate in Civil Engineering (or) Construction ... You will report directly to Onyx's lead professional engineer who will help manage your success ...

LinkedIn - 8 days ago

Civil Engineer/ Alignment Engineer

Critical River, Inc. - Los Angeles , CA

Job Title: Civil Engineer/ Alignment Engineer Location: Los Angeles, CA Duration: 12+ Months ... Interface and co-ordinate (discuss and agree scope, meet, lead discussions, make presentations, etc ...

Dice.com - 10 days ago

Civil Engineer Transportation ( Rail )

Darnell Technical Services - Los Angeles , CA

Job Requirements: • 5-10 years' experience as civil engineer, including: alignment (mandatory ... lead discussions, make presentations, etc.) with other engineering disciplines. • Provide ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Civil Project Engineer

Contour Engineering LLC -

Lead or participate in design review meetings with other consultants, reviewing jurisdictions, and ... civil engineering * Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering * Professional Engineer license ...

LinkedIn - 7 days ago

Civil engineer branch manager

Cardno - Austin , TX

Our Structural Engineering Department is seeking a hands-on leader to lead and develop the business and managerial side of day-to-day operations for the by Jobble

Jobble, Inc. - 6 days ago

What does a Lead Civil Engineer do?

Lead Civil Engineer in Orlando, FL

Develop civil engineering solutions for a greenfield/ brownfield site which includes but not limited to, foundation concept, piling concept, mine grouting etc.

September 10, 2019

Review critical civil engineering designs and analyses which are typically performed by Architect Engineers to ensure compliance with Contract and Siemens requirements.

September 10, 2019

Provide technical direction during the proposal stage, identify critical seismic and underground risks, support on quantities, permitting, underground concept development and geotechnical testing.

September 10, 2019

Attend weekly meeting with core disciplines and Project Management, plant layout, equipment owners, SPEL and site.

September 10, 2019

Lead Civil Engineer

Prepare specifications and compile bid packages and coordinate with procurement from initial quotation to order execution for steel structures, foundations, buildings, HVAC, and other civil, structural, or architectural related components.

September 10, 2019

Support reliability engineering and mechanical integrity efforts in engineering analysis and design of civil, structural, and building components.

September 10, 2019

Lead projects to successful completion in terms of client satisfaction, technical accuracy and quality, profitability, etc.

September 10, 2019

Manage and maintain consistency in accordance to Company and industry standards for all project structural critical components while minimizing the impact on project schedule and cost.

September 10, 2019

Demonstrated ability to lead, communicate, and build trust, rapport, and effective working relationships, both internally within a multidisciplinary team and externally, including making presentations to regulatory boards, shortlist selection committees, etc.

September 10, 2019

Participate hands-on in the preparation of Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E).

September 10, 2019

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