Civil Project Engineer


Kent
Permanent
USD85000 - USD125000
Civil
PR/596585_1781198869
Civil Project Engineer

About the Company

A well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering and construction firm with a national footprint is expanding its civil engineering team across Washington State. With over two decades in the industry and offices throughout North America, the firm delivers high-quality site development and infrastructure work across a wide range of markets including commercial, residential, industrial, and emerging sectors.

The Role

A project-facing civil engineering role with real ownership across planning, design, and construction phases. You'll work with minimal supervision, lead coordination across internal teams and agencies, and contribute to a broad portfolio of site development projects.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare construction plans, feasibility reports, cost estimates, drainage reports, and project documents
  • Develop grading plans, road design, profiles, and details using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Perform detailed calculations for stormwater facilities, utility systems, and roadway improvements
  • Coordinate with review agencies, clients, and sub-consultants for permitting
  • Prepare site development plans for residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, billing reports, and contracts
  • Collaborate with drafters, designers, and administrative staff to keep projects on track

Required Qualifications

  • PE license required (ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed)
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (or equivalent)
  • 5+ years of civil engineering experience within an engineering or construction firm
  • 5+ years of site development design experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D including grading tools, alignments, profiles, corridors, and surfaces
  • Strong project management and client relationship skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with design standards and permitting across Washington jurisdictions
  • Experience with large-scale master planned communities or business parks
  • Comfortable serving as both a hands-on contributor and a technical lead

Compensation

  • $85,000 to $125,000 depending on experience
  • Full benefits package including 401(k) with immediate vesting, competitive health coverage, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensure bonuses

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