Civil Engineer

Summit Design and Engineering Services; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Design and Engineering Services in Asheville, NC seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead planning, development, and execution of civil projects with minimal supervision. You will serve as a primary client contact, fostering relationships through regular communication and responsive problem-solving.

Responsibilities include proposals, cost estimates, schedules, supervising staff, QA/QC on deliverables, entitlement/permitting navigation, mentoring, project budgets, sub-consultant

Qualifications

• BSCE from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive site/civil design experience with a strong portfolio across retail, commercial, public, and residential projects.
• Expertise in site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities.
• In-depth knowledge of local entitlement and permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs, WaterCAD, and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and responsive problem-solving.
• Participate in the preparation and review of project proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Perform detailed QA/QC checks on technical deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Navigate entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, special/conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and construction document approvals.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality output.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and coordination with sub-consultants.
• Support business development, participate in industry events and maintain existing client relationships.

Skills

Project leadership

Client communication

QA/QC

Budget management

Team mentorship

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Hydraflow Storm Sewers

WaterCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and responsive problem-solving.
• Participate in the preparation and review of project proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Perform detailed QA/QC checks on technical deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Navigate entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, special/conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and construction document approvals.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality output.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and coordination with sub-consultants.
• Support business development, participate in industry events and maintain existing client relationships.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in site/civil design, with a strong portfolio of retail, commercial, public sector, and residential projects.
• Expertise in site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, and erosion control.
• In-depth knowledge of local entitlement and permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in technical design software: Autodesk Civil 3D (required), Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse project teams.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for client service.
• Willingness to participate in professional development, local events, and community engagement.