Project Engineer - Site-Development

Morrison-Maierle; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$80,000–$115,000 base pay (DOE)

Annual bonuses

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching program

Job summary

Morrison-Maierle in Kalispell is seeking a Civil Engineer for site-development projects focusing on residential and commercial developments. You will manage design processes and provide construction oversight while translating site plans into engineering drawings.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 3+ years of experience in site development engineering. The position offers a salary range of $80,000–$115,000 based on experience, along with generous benefits, including ESOP and health plan premiums.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience with site development engineering project design work.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or on track to obtain PE.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable record for travel.

Responsibilities

• Translate the overall site development plan into detailed engineering drawings.
• Design and plan necessary infrastructure such as roads, utilities, drainage.
• Manage project tasks including technical report writing and coordination.

Skills

Site development engineering design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison‑Maierle is a 100% employee‑owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high‑quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Civil Engineer – Site‑Development
Job status: Exempt‑salaried
Location: Kalispell, MT (Relocation assistance provided)

Site‑Development Engineer – Support design and grow toward Engineer of Record across complex hydraulic and hydrologic projects.

THE ROLE

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for the engineering design and construction oversight of site‑specific infrastructure projects such as residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed‑use developments. It will be the primary responsibility to take the overall site development plan and translate it into detailed engineering drawings needed for construction. During the construction phase, the engineer will provide oversight and support the implementation of the plans.

• Work with the client and project team to interpret the overall site development plan and translate it into detailed engineering drawings.
• Lead project tasks and/or project phases.
• Become the technical lead and engineer of record for larger project areas.
• Manage project tasks including technical report writing and coordination with multidisciplinary team, architects, and clients.
• Guide Design Engineers and entry level engineers on project designs, drafting plans, drawings, and modeling according to project specifications.
• Assess the suitability of the site for development.
• Design and plan necessary infrastructure such as roads, utilities, drainage systems, and grading.
• Navigate regulatory requirements and obtain necessary permitting to meet project requirements.
• Oversee the development engineering design process from conception to completion.
• Develop cost estimates and prepare and manage budgets.
• Provide construction administration services during the construction phase of the project.
• Works with the Project Manager and Operations Manager to identify and pursue new business opportunities.

BENEFITS

• $80,000–$115,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
• Annual bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – 100% company‑paid ownership contributions
• 90% company‑paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off in year one
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401(k) matching program
• AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance paid by the company

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or equivalent ABET‑accredited engineering program
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience with site development engineering project design work. Site‑civil engineering design experience for architectural clients is preferred.
• Demonstrated growth in technical responsibility with increasing ownership of design tasks and project deliverables
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or on track to obtain PE
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar engineering design software as it pertains to roadway, utilities, and grading design
• Effective communicator both written and verbal
• Valid driver’s license and insurable record for travel

Apply now and deepen your career as a Civil Engineer in land development with an employee‑owned firm known for technical excellence and collaborative project delivery.

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison‑Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we’re a 100% employee‑owned, Engineering News‑Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose‑driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison‑Maierle is not accepting third‑party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

EEO STATEMENT

Morrison‑Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of protected class status.