Civil Engineer - Site Development

Civil Design, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking civil engineering firm dedicated to Building Stronger Communities. As a Civil Engineer in Site Development, you will play a crucial role in planning and executing diverse civil projects, ensuring sustainable and innovative designs. Collaborate with a talented team while enjoying the flexibility and support of a people-first culture. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to community engagement, this role offers a unique chance to make a lasting impact in the field of civil engineering.

Benefits

401(k) match for up to 4.5%

100% coverage on HSA and PPO plan options

Annual HSA contributions

Competitive PTO

8 hours of Volunteer Time Off annually

Flexible work options

Company-wide events

People-first culture

Opportunities for continuous learning

Support for community engagement

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in civil engineering.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for site development.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate civil site engineering projects.
• Lead design of site, utility, and grading improvements.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and designers.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Civil site-related technical design

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer’s License

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Description

Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm offering civil site, structural, land surveying, and GIS services. Since its founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members with six locations. We operate in three states serving our six service lines - Infrastructure + Analytics, Site, Structures, Survey, Transportation, and Water Resources. We have office locations in Missouri – St. Louis and Jefferson City, Illinois – Collinsville and Effingham and Kentucky – Louisville and Prestonsburg.

We are looking for a Civil Engineer – Site Development to support our CDI mission in Building Stronger Communities. By contributing to projects and engaging with the team, you will support our mission and developing a better tomorrow.

Be a part of the CDI Mission:The ideal candidate brings both project expertise and a people-first mindset—committed to collaboration and making a meaningful difference. CDI values a people-first culture and encourages flexible scheduling to help each team member reach their ideal work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

· Responsible for planning and coordinating the technical aspects of civil site engineering projects.

· Responsible for being the CDI project point of contact with clients, project team consultants, and contractors.

· Work on civil site development projects by leading the general design of site, utility and grading improvements.

· Work on all aspects of the project process, from management and design to field work and construction administration.

· Layout and detail such site improvements as parking lots, sidewalks/ADA compliance, exterior building utilities (sanitary, storm, domestic/fire water, natural gas, etc.), roadway entrances, site grading, stormwater management, erosion/sediment controls, etc.

· Design sustainable site improvements, such as bioretention basins, pervious pavements, bioswales, etc.

· Work in AutoCAD to design and draft project improvements.

· Help to identify and troubleshoot potential constructability issues prior to contractor bid.

· Work with a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans, reports and specifications for a multitude of different land development uses.

· Support the site team by using your past experiences and unique talents to contribute to successful project outcomes.

· Mentor less experienced engineers and designers.

· Willingness to grow and take on increasing responsibilities.

· Able to coordinate with clients and team to manage projects with limited supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.

· Knowledge of civil site-related technical design in land/site development.

· Good communication skills.

· Experience with building and sustaining strong client relationships.

Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university.

· Professional Engineer’s License (in good standing).

· 5-10 years’ experience.

· Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.

· Knowledge of civil site-related technical design in land/site development.

· Good communication skills.

· Experience with building and sustaining strong client relationships.

This role can be based out of the Jefferson City, MO or Louisville KY. The travel expected is up to 10%.

Why Join CDI?

• Shared Ownership: As an ESOP, we offer our Team Members a direct stake in CDI’s success, empowering them to take initiative and contribute meaningfully.
• Enjoy Flexibility: We know life doesn’t follow a 9-5 schedule, so we offer flexible work options to help you balance your career and life.
• Work with Purpose: You'll engage in meaningful projects aligned with your passions and career goals, ensuring your work has a lasting impact.
• Collaboration and Celebration: We host frequent company-wide events, giving you the chance to connect and have fun with Team Members across our offices.
• People-First Culture: We prioritize your growth, well-being, and success, ensuring you have the support and opportunities to thrive both professionally and personally.

Our Culture and Beyond:CDI’s culture remains foundational to our success as an organization. We believe mutual trust and respect comes first to ensure Team Members feel valued, heard and supported. We strive to unlock a Team Members full potential through continuous learning and growth, where you are empowered to embrace new challenge and thrive in a collaborative environment. Beyond the office, we’re committed to living out our mission of Building Stronger Communities. We offer volunteer time off to encourage team members to give back and make a lasting impact in the community.Check out more about who we are here: https://www.civildesigninc.com/culture/

Below is a brief highlight of our benefits:

· 401(k) match for up to 4.5%

· 100% coverage on HSA and PPO plan options

· Annual HSA contributions

· Competitive PTO

· 8 hours of VTO (volunteer time off) annually

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $65,000-$120,000/year. Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.