Civil Project Engineer

LVI Associates; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Full coverage benefits (medical, etc.)

HSA contributions

FSA options

PTO 16.5 days

8 holidays

401(k) match

EAP

Additional coverage

Job summary

LVI Associates in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to contribute to land development and municipal infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver residential subdivisions, schools, parks, and transportation improvements from concept through construction.

The role requires a PE license, a Civil Engineering degree, and 4+ years of site design experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• PE license required
• 4+ years of civil site design experience
• Experience on public/private development projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with stormwater modeling tools such as WWHM or MGS Flood
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Preparing civil engineering designs, calculations, and technical specifications
• Designing grading, drainage, stormwater, water, and sanitary sewer systems
• Coordinating with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Supporting projects from entitlement and design through permitting and construction
• Assisting with project delivery, scheduling, and client communication

Skills

Civil site design

Project coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Stormwater modeling (WWHM/MGS Flood)

Job description

In addition to competitive base compensation, the company offers:

• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage for employees
• PPO and HDHP/HSA medical plan options
• Company contributions to HSA plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 16.5 days of PTO accrued annually for new hires
• 8 paid company holidays
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage

Civil Project Engineer

Tacoma, WA | Full-Time | Mid-Level

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $97,000 - $127,000

In addition to competitive base compensation, the company offers:

• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage for employees
• PPO and HDHP/HSA medical plan options
• Company contributions to HSA plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 16.5 days of PTO accrued annually for new hires
• 8 paid company holidays
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage

About the Opportunity

Are you a licensed Civil Engineer looking to work on diverse, community-focused projects across the Pacific Northwest? Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering everything from residential developments and schools to municipal infrastructure, parks, healthcare facilities, and master-planned communities.

This opportunity offers the chance to take projects from concept through construction while working alongside engineers, planners, landscape architects, and surveyors in a highly supportive environment that values creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth.

What You'll Do

As a Civil Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in the planning, design, and delivery of a broad range of land development and infrastructure projects, including:

• Residential subdivisions and master-planned communities
• Multifamily and mixed-use developments
• Municipal and transportation improvements
• K-12 and higher education campuses
• Parks and recreational facilities
• Healthcare and public sector projects
• Stormwater retrofit and utility improvement projects

Key responsibilities include

• Preparing civil engineering designs, calculations, and technical specifications
• Designing grading, drainage, stormwater, water, and sanitary sewer systems
• Coordinating with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Supporting projects from entitlement and design through permitting and construction
• Assisting with project delivery, scheduling, and client communication

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 4+ years of civil site design experience
• Experience working on public and/or private development projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience using stormwater modeling tools such as WWHM, MGS Flood, or similar software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ideal Traits

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Client-focused mindset
• Self-starter who takes ownership of projects
• Ability to manage deadlines and thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Passion for creating positive impacts within local communities

Why Join?

• Work on meaningful projects that shape local communities
• Diverse project portfolio across the Pacific Northwest
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Strong emphasis on innovation and creative problem solving
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Team-oriented environment that celebrates success and supports growth