Civil Engineer - Site

Summary Job Description

Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer to provide design and plan production for general civil engineering projects. This role involves working on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and other related civil engineering activities. The ideal candidate will perform complex engineering assignments while exercising sound judgment in the evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects.
• Manage projects, including client communications, public input and feedback, and coordination with internal teams.
• Prepare engineering designs and drafting using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Conduct and provide guidance for site investigations, survey work, CAD production, and data collection.
• Prepare, review, and mentor team members in engineering designs, reports, design calculations, and construction plan preparation.
• Perform and oversee quality assurance activities to ensure projects are completed as designed, recommending modifications when necessary.
• Identify engineering and surveying services required by clients, prepare project proposals, and estimate professional fees.
• Coordinate with government agencies, clients, and multidisciplinary project teams to obtain required design information and approvals.
• Prepare and edit construction specifications and engineering reports.
• Calculate construction quantities and tabulate bid items from plans and specifications.
• Prepare construction cost estimates.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor construction quality and project progress.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to consistently exercise sound judgment and discretion in engineering decisions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, schedule, and complete projects within budget and established timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, technicians, and other multidisciplinary professionals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Hands-on experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for engineering design and drafting.
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities.
• Broad knowledge of civil engineering projects across multiple disciplines rather than specialization in a single area.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Regional Engineering Manager.
• May supervise and mentor multiple direct reports.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering or the construction industry.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or the ability to obtain licensure within one year of employment.

Travel

• Local travel as required.