Civil Engineer - Principal

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Profit sharing

Performance bonus

Company stock

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Principal in Charlotte, NC, to lead project teams responsible for civil engineering, site design, and land development projects. The successful candidate will have over 15 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and a Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Responsibilities include managing project budgets and schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior engineers. CEC offers comprehensive benefits including a matching 401(k), profit sharing, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of civil engineering experience focused on site development or infrastructure design.
• Experience managing projects with annual fees exceeding $500,000.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D for site design.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from proposal through construction, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, and stormwater systems.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout the project.

Skills

Site development

Infrastructure design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Stormwater management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Tools

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Overview

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Civil Practice at the Charlotte, NC office, you’ll lead project teams responsible for land development and site design for a wide range of commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial projects. You’ll manage staff members that prepare tasks such as site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, erosion control, and permitting. You’ll work closely with clients and stakeholders from concept through construction, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site development and civil engineering projects from proposal through construction, including oversight of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, stormwater systems, utilities, and erosion control.
• Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews and ensure project deliverables meet regulatory and client requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and strategic client growth initiatives.

Our Charlotte office is home to a collaborative and growing team of professionals in one of the Southeast’s most vibrant cities. Located near both the mountains and the coast, Charlotte offers a unique mix of urban energy, outdoor recreation, and Southern charm. With top-rated schools, a thriving downtown, and a strong sense of community, Charlotte is a great place to live, work, and grow.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering focused on site development or infrastructure design, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Experience managing civil or site development projects with annual fees exceeding $500,000.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for site design, grading, and utility layout.
• Experience developing scopes of work, preparing proposals, and managing projects to meet budget and schedule targets.
• Experience resolving design and permitting challenges related to grading, stormwater management, and utility systems.
• Familiarity with local and state permitting processes and coordination with regulatory agencies.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Preferred Capabilities

• Experience using stormwater modeling tools such as HydroCAD or HEC-RAS.
• Active participation in professional organizations or industry groups.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing project teams and client relationships.

Benefits

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.