PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Senior Project Engineer - Residential LD

PapeDawson Engineers Inc$88K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
  • Ability to lead complex design tasks and guide teams effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and design standards.
  • Proficient in relevant engineering software and design tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead site design for residential development focusing on grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
  • Perform advanced engineering analysis, design, and technical documentation according to codes and standards.
  • Act as a technical resource and subject-matter leader, guiding design from conceptual stages to final deliverables.
  • Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to meet client needs and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate with agencies for permitting and regulatory approvals.
  • Provide technical leadership throughout project execution from due diligence to construction support.
  • Mentor and guide engineers and technicians, ensuring quality and consistency in outputs.

Benefits

  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment.
  • Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and technicians.
  • Exposure to a variety of complex projects.
  • Encouragement for continuous improvement through new tools and practices.
  • Structured work hours with occasional overtime opportunities.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Overview

The Senior Project Engineer leads the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of complex engineering residential land development projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role serves as a technical leader and mentor, guiding project teams through advanced design tasks while ensuring quality, accuracy, and consistency across all phases of project delivery.

The role work closely with project managers, clients, agencies, and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions that align with project goals, budgets, schedules, and applicable standards. This position reflects mastery of the Project Engineer role and applies advanced engineering judgment, independent decision-making, and leadership across assigned service areas.

Responsibilities

  • Lead site design for residential development, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.

  • Lead and perform advanced engineering analysis, design, and technical documentation in accordance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and project requirements.

  • Serve as a technical resource and subject-matter leader on complex projects, guiding design development from conceptual planning through final deliverables.

  • Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to meet client objectives and regulatory requirements.

  • Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals with local, state, and federal agencies.

  • Provide technical leadership throughout project execution, from due diligence through construction support.

  • Review engineering calculations, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and quality.

  • Coordinate closely with project managers to support project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality control processes.

  • Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians; review work for quality and consistency.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, and subconsultants to develop effective and innovative engineering solutions.

  • Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate alternatives, resolve technical challenges, and recommend optimal solutions.

  • Support continuous improvement by introducing new tools, methods, and best practices that enhance project outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant engineering experience

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex design tasks and guide project teams.

  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and applicable design standards.

  • Proficiency with relevant engineering software and design tools appropriate to assigned service area.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proven ability to mentor staff and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Commitment to quality, accuracy, and professional integrity.

  • Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional overtime as needed


About PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company was founded in 1965 by Gene Dawson and Bill Pape. The firm provides services in the areas of transportation, water resources, land development, environmental, surveying, and construction management. Pape-Dawson has additional offices in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work in San Antonio and Austin.
Learn more about PapeDawson Engineers Inc
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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