Civil Project Engineer

Actalent; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Transit Benefits

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to work on a diverse mix of public-sector and land development projects. You will contribute from concept through construction, collaborating with managers, clients, and regulators to deliver robust site designs.

The role offers hybrid work in the Baltimore area, mentorship, and support toward PE licensure, with a competitive pay rate and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in civil engineering, site development, or land development design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading, drainage, utility, and stormwater management design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop site civil engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
• Prepare grading, drainage, utility, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management plans.
• Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses to support project development.
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and detailed plan packages.
• Conduct technical research and prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Develop construction cost estimates and engineering opinions of probable cost.
• Participate in field visits, site inspections, and data collection efforts.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support permitting and development approval processes across various local jurisdictions.
• Assist with construction administration and respond to field-related design questions as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Site development design

Engineering calculations

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Project Engineer

About the Role

Our client, a growing civil engineering consulting firm in the Baltimore area, is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in land development or site design who is looking to work on a diverse mix of public-sector projects.

Projects include site development, stormwater management, water resources, infrastructure improvements, school renovations and expansions, parks, and recreational facilities. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute throughout the entire project lifecycle, from conceptual design and permitting to construction support and project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Develop site civil engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
• Prepare grading, drainage, utility, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management plans.
• Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses to support project development.
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and detailed plan packages.
• Conduct technical research and prepare reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Develop construction cost estimates and engineering opinions of probable cost.
• Participate in field visits, site inspections, and data collection efforts.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support permitting and development approval processes across various local jurisdictions.
• Assist with construction administration and respond to field-related design questions as needed.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in civil engineering, site development, or land development design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading, drainage, utility, and stormwater management design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience supporting public-sector projects.
• Familiarity with municipal permitting and entitlement processes.
• Exposure to water resources, infrastructure, transportation, or utility design projects.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of public infrastructure and land development projects.
• Hands-on involvement throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Strong mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
• Professional growth opportunities with support toward PE licensure.
• Flexible workplace culture with excellent work-life balance and limited overtime.

Work Environment

• This position offers a collaborative office environment with a close-knit team of engineers. Employees benefit from mentorship, professional development opportunities, occasional remote flexibility, and exposure to a diverse portfolio of meaningful community-focused projects throughout the Baltimore region.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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