Details: Every day, Kelly Services connects professionals with opportunities to advance their careers. We currently have an on-site contract opportunity as a Senior Civil Designer with one of our top clients in Plaquemine, LA. General RequirementsProvides expertise for the completion of capital and/or maintenance projects in the Civil Design discipline in order to ensure safe, economical, constructible and maintainable designs.??? Technical: Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of Civil/Structural Design, Roads, Railroads, Environmental, Site Work, Concrete Design, Foundations, Buildings, Drainage, etc. Familiar with industry best practices related to design standards and safety regulations including, Life Safety Code, and OSHA standards. ??? Computer Competency Skills: Has a high competence level MicroStation, 3D Modeling and an intermediate level of competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.??? Organizational: Has the ability to create complex detailed design drawings and documentation used for construction bid packages and for inquiring/ordering Civil items.??? Personal: Must be able to work with and get along with others with diverse backgrounds. Must be able to exchange ideas and information one-on-one and in a group. Primary Responsibilities??? The Senior Civil Designer is responsible for all Civil aspects on multi-discipline projects. ??? Develops scope, cost estimate, schedule, design strategy and determines resources needed on civil projects. ??? Applies engineering principles in discipline of competency.??? Prepares basic specifications detailing performance requirements, specific components, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements. Prepares MST???s for inquiring and ordering civil related items.??? Able to prepare and deliver sketches for a specific segment of a project as required.??? Evaluates vendor bids and drawings to assure compliance with specifications.??? Completes civil/structural designs that are safe, reliable, economical, constructible, and maintainable in accordance with company standards and work processes. Designs will include both new installations and modernization of existing facilities.??? Collaborates with other multi-discipline designers / drafters to accomplish civil/structural design of projects. ??? Exchanges technical information with peers, other engineering disciplines, and suppliers.??? Evaluates design standards for correctness, applicability, and relevance to particular Civil/Structural installations. Submits Management of Change (MOC) documents to correct existing design standards or to create new ones.??? Provides engineering field support on construction projects when requested by the Owner???s Representative or plant.??? Reviews and checks inner discipline bid/construction packages prepared for issue.??? Attends and participates in project team meetings, including final team check. Specific Knowledge and Skills??? Superior skills in Civil design and bid package development using Civil Computer Design Tools.??? Has the ability to plan and organize work effectively while working on several projects simultaneously.??? Has good knowledge and understanding of relevant Corporate Safety and Loss Prevention Principals.??? Have effective oral and written communication skills.??? Must be a self-starter with high initiative.??? Has the ability to independently perform Civil design functions in the following area: - EMETL ??? Electronic Most Effective Technology Library - Global Project Methodology - Non-global installation development and design??? Has the ability to understand and use many different types of engineering documentation, including but not limited to: - Piping isometrics - Equipment installation instructions provided by suppliersEducation/Experience??? Associate Degree in Civil Technology, Architectural Degree, or equivalent training and experience.??? 10 to 16 years of design experience in the Civil/Structural field. Other Considerations??? The individual shall be motivated with the experience and ability to co-lead projects in the Civil discipline with minimal direct supervision.??? The individual must be physically able to do fieldwork in an operating chemical plant, which includes taking field measurements and climbing stairs and ladders.??? Work in a petro-chemical environment where hard hat, respirator, eye protection and safety harness will be required for fieldwork. If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, Connie Brown, at 225-353-6809. If you would like to apply for the position, please apply online.

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