Project Engineer - Remote
Project Engineer - Civil Site Development
📍 Location: Fully Remote
🕒 Full-Time
A growing civil engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Engineer to support site development projects with a focus on grading, drainage, stormwater management (SWM), and erosion & sediment control (E&S). This role involves technical design, regulatory coordination, and mentoring junior staff, while supporting project managers in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical Execution
- Review zoning, SALDO, and agency regulations applicable to each project
- Evaluate conceptual layouts for cost and regulatory efficiency
- Independently prepare preliminary grading plans and SWM due diligence summaries
- Develop grading and stormwater strategies balancing permitting, budget, and constructability
- Prepare scopes for infiltration testing and coordinate with geotechnical consultants
- Produce E&S and SWM/PCSM design calculations, plans, details, and reports
- Identify necessary waivers/variances and draft justifications
- Ensure CAD deliverables meet internal standards and oversee final output of grading, drainage, E&S, and PCSM plans
- Review earthwork calculations and coordinate utility profile plans
- Prepare complete and accurate regulatory submission packages
- Respond to agency review comments related to stormwater, grading, and erosion control
Project Coordination & Oversight
- Manage internal design processes using scheduling tools, kick-off meetings, and team calls
- Oversee agency submissions and communications in coordination with project managers
- Conduct quality control reviews prior to submission
- Assist in defining scope and budget during project initiation
- Sign and seal engineering plans and reports as required
- Attend meetings with regulatory agencies when appropriate
Mentorship & Development
- Actively mentor junior engineering staff
- Provide constructive feedback and delegate tasks to support skill development
- Maintain a collaborative and supportive team environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Strong proficiency in grading, drainage, SWM, and E&S design
- Familiarity with regulatory permitting processes
- Experience with CAD standards and plan production
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development
Advancement Opportunities
- Project Manager Track: For those demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a focus on client-facing responsibilities and team management
- Senior Stormwater Specialist Track: For those with deep expertise in stormwater design and permitting, focused on technical excellence rather than project management
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