We're seeking a motivated and experienced Civil Engineer who is ready to take the lead on a variety of civil/site development projects. We have offices across North Carolina including Wilmington, Asheville, Hillsborough, and Raleigh. We're seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Project Engineer to play a key role in delivering thoughtful and effective civil/site design solutions. This position offers flexibility to work from any of our NC offices with a hybrid work environment that supports a healthy balance between collaboration and autonomy.
Responsibilities:- Lead the planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and responsive problem-solving.
- Participate in the preparation and review of project proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
- Perform detailed QA/QC checks on technical deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards.
- Navigate entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, special/conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and construction document approvals.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality output.
- Manage project budgets, invoicing, and coordination with sub-consultants.
- Support business development, participate in industry events and maintain existing client relationships.
Qualifications:- B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in site/civil design, with a strong portfolio of retail, commercial, public sector, and residential projects.
- Expertise in site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, and erosion control.
- In-depth knowledge of local entitlement and permitting regulations.
- Proficiency in technical design software: Autodesk Civil 3D (required), Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse project teams.
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for client service.
- Willingness to participate in professional development, local events, and community engagement.
