Senior Civil Engineer

RQ Construction

$125K — $175K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
  • Minimum 10 years of civil engineering design experience
  • At least 6 years in grading, drainage, and utility design
  • Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects preferred
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as required

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage civil engineering projects from concept to completion
  • Prepare and oversee designs for commercial and federal construction projects
  • Develop comprehensive grading, drainage, utility, and site layout plans
  • Coordinate efforts with architects, engineers, project managers, and construction teams
  • Conduct site visits and provide necessary support to field operations
  • Ensure compliance with military and federal design standards
  • Mentor junior engineering staff and contribute to departmental growth initiatives
  • Assist in improving processes in the engineering department

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility on Thursdays and Fridays
  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Full Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer to join our growing Engineering team in Jacksonville, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-driven projects supporting the U.S. Department of Defense while collaborating with a nationally recognized Design-Build firm.

Position Overview

The Senior Civil Engineer will lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring compliance with military and federal design standards. This role combines technical expertise, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key responsibilities include site development planning, grading and drainage design, utility coordination, construction support, and resolving technical design issues throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys mentoring junior staff, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.

What You'll Do
  • Prepare and oversee civil engineering designs for commercial and federal construction projects
  • Develop grading, drainage, utility, and site layout plans
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, project managers, and construction teams
  • Conduct site visits and support field operations as needed
  • Ensure designs meet applicable U.S. military and federal requirements
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget expectations
  • Assist with process improvements and departmental growth initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility on Thursdays and Fridays
  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering design, project delivery, or related industrial construction projects (foundation and below aspects: design land development, building pads, infrastructure for new builds, etc.)
  • At least 6 years of experience focused on grading, drainage, and utility design
  • Department of Defense (DoD) project experience preferred
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel required
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed

RQ Construction is a full-service Design-Build contractor with offices and projects throughout the United States and Caribbean. Since 1996, we have specialized in fast-track commercial construction projects with a strong focus on federal and military clients. Our integrated approach combines architecture, engineering, and construction expertise to deliver high-quality results for complex projects nationwide.

Take the next step in your engineering career with a team that values innovation and excellence. Apply today!

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