Civil Engineer

Actalent; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Gulf Shores, AL seeks a Civil Engineer to lead civil/site design projects from concept through construction, focusing on site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

The role blends hands-on design, project coordination, and mentorship within a small, fast-paced office with exposure to private development, municipal, and some federal projects. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred or in progress.
• 3–8 years of civil/site engineering experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil/site design projects from concept through construction.
• Develop site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D.
• Create site plans and construction drawings meeting standards.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and agencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage small projects with oversight.
• Support permits, reviews, RFIs, and approval processes.
• Collaborate across disciplines to meet milestones and budgets.

Skills

Civil engineering

EIT certification

PE license

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Site layout

Grading

Drainage design

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelors/Masters in CE

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Job Description

The Civil Engineer will lead and support civil/site design projects from concept through construction, with a strong focus on site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using AutoCAD Civil 3D. This role combines hands‑on technical design, project coordination, and mentorship responsibilities within a small, fast‑paced office that offers exposure to a wide variety of private development, municipal, and some federal projects. The position is ideal for a driven engineer who wants to grow into greater responsibility and potential ownership within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using AutoCAD Civil 3D for a variety of civil/site development projects.
• Create detailed site plans and construction drawings that meet project objectives, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare complete construction plan sets and technical reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Research, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations to all design work.
• Coordinate closely with clients, architects, contractors, and jurisdictional authorities to advance projects through design, permitting, and construction phases.
• Support the Project Manager with design decisions, cost considerations, scheduling, and client communication to keep projects on track.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, reviewing their work, and serving as a subject matter resource on assigned projects.
• Independently manage small‑scale projects with oversight from senior leadership, including planning, design, coordination, and documentation.
• Assist with permit and plan submittals, respond to review comments, and support the approval process with regulatory agencies.
• Provide construction‑phase services, which may include responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and performing site observations as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across disciplines and departments to meet project milestones and company objectives.
• Manage time, tasks, and priorities across multiple concurrent projects while maintaining high‑quality deliverables.
• Occasionally travel for site visits or out‑of‑town assignments in support of project needs.

Essential Skills

• 3-8 years of experience in civil/site engineering.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license preferred or actively in progress.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil/site design, including roadways, grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Demonstrated ability to create site plans in Civil 3D from concept through detailed design.
• Strong knowledge of grading and drainage principles in site development.
• Understanding of permitting processes and regulatory compliance for civil/site projects.
• Experience working within the private sector on development projects.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with clients, team members, and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and sound engineering judgment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on delivering high‑quality, accurate work.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks and projects.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for site visits and project needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with site development projects for private clients, municipalities, and some federal work.
• Familiarity with drainage design, utility design, and overall site development best practices.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative learning environment.
• Comfort working in a small, fast‑paced office where responsibilities are broad and varied.
• Desire and potential to grow into increased responsibility and a future ownership track within the company.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with clients, team members, and external partners.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gulf Shores, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $55.29/hr.

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