Project Engineer - Site Design

Orchard Hiltz & Mccliment Inc; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Profit sharing

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Volunteer leave

Job summary

OHM Advisors in Michigan seeks a Site Design Project Engineer to lead civil engineering design for diverse land development projects and to collaborate with project managers to deliver tailored scopes of services. Responsibilities include guiding the project from conceptual design to construction, ensuring high-quality deliverables, mentoring staff, and maintaining strong client relationships.

A Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and a Michigan PE license are required, with 5–10 years of site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of site design, civil engineering, or land development experience.
• Michigan PE license is required.
• Experience designing private development projects (residential, commercial, industrial).
• Experience preparing construction documents and cost opinions.
• Ability to engage with clients, staff, contractors, and officials.
• Experience with state agencies or DOT specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design efforts for land development projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to define scopes and schedules.
• Guide projects from concept through construction with QA/QC oversight.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with internal/external teams and regulators.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client communication

Civil engineering design

Regulatory knowledge

Land development

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Hydrologic/HP modeling tools

AutoTurn

Job description

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities , our diverse 800+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

As a Site Design Project Engineer, you will lead civil engineering design efforts for diverse land development projects, primarily serving private sector clients. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers to develop and execute tailored scopes of services that align with client needs and objectives. Your role as a key decision-maker throughout the project lifecycle will involve guiding the process from conceptual design to construction, ensuring high-quality deliverables and successful project outcomes. Your expertise and leadership will be essential in fostering strong client relationships and driving innovative solutions in site design.

Your Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Provide guidance to the PM regarding anticipated tasks and relative effort.
• Achieve project success, adhering to work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee design team and facilitate QA/QC.

Technical Expertise:

• Planning and design of new construction and redevelopment sites.
• Preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, studies, technical memoranda, and other project documentation.
• Regulatory knowledge within the project’s jurisdiction.
• Familiarity with Zoning & Land Use Codes, Subdivision Regulations, and Design Standards
• Stormwater management, quantity/quality controls. Understanding of Best Management Practices for design and construction.
• Functional knowledge of sanitary sewer, water, power, gas, and telecom utilities.
• Grading design for mass earthwork, roadways, parking lots, building pads, sidewalks, and other site improvements. Understanding of ADA & PROWAG design requirements.
• Competency in Land Surveying practices. Ability to interpret plats, deeds, easements, legal descriptions, etc.
• Expertise with topographic models of existing and proposed conditions.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3d, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling programs, AutoTurn and similar civil engineering design software.

Teamwork and Leadership:

• Work collaboratively with team of internal staff, external consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor staff and contribute to organizational growth.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or better in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in Site Design, Civil Engineering, or Land Development.
• Michigan PE license is required.
• Design experience for private development projects in residential, commercial, or industrial markets.
• Experience preparing construction documents including plan drawings, specifications, bid documents, and cost opinions.
• Ability to engage with clients, internal staff, contractors, and community officials.
• Experience with state agencies and/or DOT specifications.

Benefits

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on our website .

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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