Lead Civil Engineer – Site Development & Projects

HDR, Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a senior Civil Engineer to lead project teams and manage civil/site design efforts in Minnesota. You will oversee design production for site layouts, drainage, utilities, and related civil activities, and coordinate with multiple disciplines to ensure compliant, timely delivery.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of design experience, and strong project management skills; the employee-owned culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of design experience managing civil/site projects.
• Active PE license recognized in the U.S.
• Experience in project engineering and project management.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams of 2-3 engineers and provide technical oversight.
• Design and plan production for civil engineering projects including site plans, grading, drainage, paving, and utilities.
• Prepare stormwater management designs and reports to standards.
• Coordinate design with other disciplines and project leads.
• Prepare specifications and contract documents.
• Assist project teams with permitting and approvals.
• Prepare quantity take-off and cost estimates when required.
• Perform complex assignments involving evaluation and modification of standard engineering techniques.
• Plan and develop projects with significant impact on major programs.
• Serve as a Project Manager on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project leadership

Civil design

Team collaboration

Technical analysis

Education

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HydroCAD

MS Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• The person in this position will be responsible for leading project teams of 2-3 engineers and will provide technical expertise and project oversight
• Design and plan production for a wide variety of civil engineering projects including the development of site plan layouts, grading and drainage plans, site paving plans, site utility design, and associated civil engineering activities
• Prepare stormwater management designs, calculations, and reports to meet local government agency standards
• Provide design coordination with other engineering disciplines and architectural project leads
• Prepare specifications and contract documents
• Assist project teams with the procurement of site development related approvals and permits
• Prepare quantity take-off calculations and cost estimates, if required
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection, and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
• Serve as a Project Manager on larger projects, although project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, AutoCad, Civil 3D, HydroCad, and other civil engineering software as appropriate
• Willingness to work with and lead project teams

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years design experience managing various civil/site design projects

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Project Engineering and Project Management experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Building Site Civil

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Aug 7, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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