Civil Project Engineer

Datrose; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Datrose is seeking a Civil Project Engineer in Reading, PA to lead design and coordination of multi-acre development projects. You will analyze topographic data, ensure code compliance, estimate costs, and manage project execution from planning through delivery.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in subdivision/land development, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and hydraulic design tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience with progression to a similar position.
• Experience with subdivision and land development projects.
• Experience with design software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic design software).
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated background in plan production and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-acre retail, commercial, industrial and/or residential development including due diligence, permitting and limited contract administration.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
• Research, understand and apply City, State, and Federal codes.
• Estimate project costs, including materials, equipment, and labor.
• Communicate tasks and schedule and coordinate project assignments with project team.
• Execute assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Prepare proposals for technical engineering portions of project.
• Understand all contracted scope of work and monitor/process additional work authorizations when requested by client or required for project completion.
• Visit sites as required.
• Mentor and train subordinate engineers.
• Perform Quality Control Reviews of plans and reports before issuance.
• Work in assistant project manager role to support project manager or manage projects directly where appropriate.
• Coordinate, monitor and review work performed by sub-consultants
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource.
• Promote the reputation of the company through the technical quality of his/her work.

Skills

Project coordination

Quality control

Mentoring

Cost estimation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Hydrologic/Hydraulic design software

Job description

Job Details

Civil Project Engineer Reading, PA Posted: 2/12/2026 Job Description Job ID# 28048

Job Category: Engineering

Position Type: Direct

Job Responsibilities

• Design multi-acre retail, commercial, industrial and/or residential development including due diligence, permitting and limited contract administration.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
• Research, understand and apply City, State, and Federal codes
• Estimate project costs, including materials, equipment, and labor.
• Communicate tasks and schedule and coordinate project assignments with project team.
• Execute assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Prepare proposals for technical engineering portions of project.
• Understand all contracted scope of work and monitor/process additional work authorizations when requested by client or required for project completion.
• Visit sites as required.
• Mentor and train subordinate engineers.
• Perform Quality Control Reviews of plans and reports before issuance.
• Work in assistant project manager role to support project manager or manage projects directly where appropriate.
• Coordinate, monitor and review work performed by sub-consultants
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource.
• Promote the reputation of the company through the technical quality of his/her work.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years' experience with progression to similar position
• Experience with subdivision and land development projects
• Experience with design software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic design software)
• Fluency with Micro Soft Office Suite
• Demonstrated background in plan production and project execution