Civil Project Engineer III / IV | Portland, OR (Hybrid)
Civil Project Engineer III / IV | Portland, OR (Hybrid)
About the Company
A well-established, employee-owned architecture and engineering firm with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest is growing its senior civil engineering team in Portland. The culture is collaborative, people-first, and genuinely invested in long-term career development at every stage. Project work spans site development, public infrastructure, sustainability-driven design, and more across a diverse portfolio of public and private clients.
The Role
A senior civil engineering position leading complex projects from conceptual planning through construction administration. You'll manage client relationships, mentor civil staff, and take full technical ownership across a wide variety of site and public infrastructure project types - with the backing of an employee-owned firm that invests heavily in its people.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop projects from conceptual planning through design, agency approvals, and construction
- Perform code analysis and technical research across project types
- Plan, organize, and coordinate with internal project teams
- Interact with clients and agency staff to advance design and permit approvals
- Provide oversight and mentorship to civil engineering staff across technical and professional development
Required Qualifications
- 15+ years of civil engineering design experience
- Oregon PE license or ability to obtain licensure in Oregon, Washington, and/or California
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong experience with large-scale site development projects
- Ability to lead teams through design development, construction documents, and contract administration
- Excellent communication skills with clients, firm staff, and agency personnel
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with fast-track and advanced-tech projects
- Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint
- Multi-state PE licensure
Why This Role Stands Out
- Hybrid schedule with Monday and Friday work-from-home flexibility
- Employee-owned firm with equity participation available to high-performing staff over time
- Employer-funded 401(k) contribution historically at 15% of total annual gross compensation - no employee contribution required
- Performance-based bonus programs on top of competitive base salary
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
- Paid parental leave, volunteer time, and bereavement leave
- 18 days PTO plus paid holidays and two floater holidays
- Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to the Portland area
Compensation
- $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, plus bonus and employer-funded retirement contribution
Interested?
This role is being managed confidentially. To learn more or express interest, reach out directly to Luke Merickel
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