Civil Engineer – Site Development Lead Project Manager

Civil Design, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 annually

Job summary

A multi-disciplined civil engineering firm is hiring a Civil Engineer – Site Development Lead Project Manager in Louisville, KY. The role focuses on leading civil site development projects and requires strong project management and design skills along with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Join a people-first culture with flexible work options and a commitment to building stronger communities. Competitive salary range is $85,000-$120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience plus.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of civil site-related technical design is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil site development projects.
• Coordinate technical aspects of projects.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Strong design skills

Project management

Client relationship

Communication skills

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 headquartered in St. Louis Missouri. Since founding in 1996, our team has grown to over 150 team members in six office 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 Lead Project Manager to support CDI in Building Stronger Communities. By contributing to projects and engaging with Team members and clients, you will support our mission in developing a better tomorrow.

Be a part of the CDI Mission

The ideal candidate brings both a design and project leadership expertise, with a people-first mindset—committed to collaboration and making a meaningful difference. CDI values a culture that encourages flexible schedules to help each team member reach their ideal work-life balance.

Job Description

• Strong design skills and past experience working on site development projects.
• Strong project management and leadership skills working with clients and team partners on site development projects.
• 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, including site team management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university.
• Professional Engineer’s License (in good standing).
• 8-15 years’ plus 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 Louisville, KY. The travel expected is less than 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 $85,000-$120,000/year. Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.