Principal Site Civil Engineer

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Site Civil Engineer for their South Atlantic Building Engineering Services Team in North Carolina. This role involves managing complex site development projects, mentoring staff, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sufficient experience in civil engineering, and a proven track record in team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in site development and civil design.
• PE license required.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and engineering modeling software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Function as a technical lead on large site development projects.
• Manage workflow and tasks for site civil project staff.
• Provide leadership for all disciplines on the project team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Education

BS Degree in Civil Engineering

MS Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Hydraflow Storm Sewers

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About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is looking for a Principal Site Civil Engineer for our South Atlantic Building Engineering Services (BES) Team. Principal Site Civil Engineers are leaders in the Site Civil practice who help drive project delivery, influence culture, morale, and recruiting, as well as provide significant leadership and influence related to client relationships, pursuits, and HDR’s ability to win work. On a day-to-day basis, they'll be expected to:

• Function as a technical lead on large, complex site development projects.
• Manage workflow and tasks for site civil project staff on development of construction drawings, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations, as well as the review of shop drawings during construction.
• Understand all facets of the building design process and project delivery including how cross-discipline teams function.
• Provide leadership for not only the site civil discipline but act more broadly as a leader for our entire facility design practice including facilitating clear communication and providing leadership for all disciplines on the project team.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of leadership at HDR by developing technical, client, and business acumen in other staff.
• Represent HDR through participation in the professional and local community by partaking in speaking engagements, author white papers and technical publications and engaging on industry and community boards.
• Develop and foster relationships with our internal and external clients.
• Support business development, help identify and pursue opportunities.
• Participate in proposals and interviews to win work.
• Some regional/national travel will be expected.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 20 years of experience in site development and civil design
• PE license
• Excellent communication and leadership skills. The ability to thrive in a team environment
• Familiarity with Civil 3D
• Expert knowledge of Civil Engineering modeling software such as Hydraflow Storm Sewers, Hydraflow Hydrographs, HydroCAD, Bentley StormCAD, etc.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in site development and civil design
• Strong operating knowledge of Civil 3D
• MS Degree in Civil Engineering
• Local candidates are preferred
  
  

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location:

United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Other Locations:

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry:

Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Building Site Civil

Job Posting:

Jun 5, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Architecture and Planning

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