Civil Project Engineer

Summit Design and Engineering Services; Pine Valley Estates (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Design and Engineering Services, an award-winning multi-disciplined firm, is looking for a motivated Civil Project Engineer to lead site development projects. The role emphasizes collaboration, client engagement, and technical excellence within a supportive environment. With flexibility in work locations across North Carolina, this position fosters professional growth in a thriving company committed to quality and community.

Benefits

Student loan reimbursement

Paid volunteer hours

Education and certification assistance

Wellness stipends

Flexible workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in site/civil design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong portfolio covering diverse project types.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects.
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Oversee responsibilities to ensure timely, accurate project delivery.

Skills

Site layout

Grading

Storm drainage

Stormwater management

Water and sewer utilities

Erosion control

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs

WaterCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play. We have also been recognized throughout the industry: we are the current ACEC/NC Large Firm of the Year (2023) and have been on the NC Triangle Business Journal's Fast 50 for seven years.

At Summit, we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives!

We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply.

We're seeking a motivated and experienced Civil Project Engineer who is ready to take the lead on a variety of civil/site development projects. We have offices across North Carolina-including Wilmington, Asheville, Hillsborough, and Raleigh. We're seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Project Engineer to play a key role in delivering thoughtful and effective civil/site design solutions. This position offers flexibility to work from any of our NC offices with a hybrid work environment that supports a healthy balance between collaboration and autonomy.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire.
• 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.

Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action. E-verify.

A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.