Civil Engineer

SUMMIT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SUMMIT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC. in Asheville, NC seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead planning, development, and execution of site/civil projects with minimal supervision.

You will serve as primary client contact, fostering relationships through regular communication and responsive problem-solving. Responsibilities include QA/QC, entitlement and permitting processes, mentoring, budgets and invoicing, and collaboration with sub-consultants.

Qualifications

• BSCE from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive site/civil design experience.
• Strong knowledge of site layout, grading, storm drainage, utilities and erosion control.
• Familiarity with local entitlement and permitting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
• Serve as primary client contact, fostering relationships through regular communication and problem-solving.
• Prepare and review project proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely delivery.
• Perform QA/QC checks on deliverables and ensure standards compliance.
• Navigate entitlement and permitting processes, including rezonings and site plan approvals.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members and manage project budgets and invoicing.
• Support business development and maintain client relationships with sub-consultants.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

QA/QC

Budgeting

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

BSCE

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs

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.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.