Public Works Intermediate Civil Engineer

Stantec; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Intermediate Public Works Civil Engineer to support road and site improvement projects for cities and public agencies. You will assist in preliminary engineering, final design, and construction documents, contributing to safety, quality, and timely project delivery.

The role requires a strong technical background in public works, with experience in coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams across western U.S.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in public works projects.
• Experience with preliminary engineering, final design and construction drawings.
• Ability to prepare technical studies and construction documents."
• Ability to manage scopes, schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design drawings, quantity calculations and cost estimates.
• Support road/highway improvements and site development projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to deliver on time and within budget.
• Perform field work/construction observation under supervision.
• Review shop drawings and submittals and assist contract administration.

Skills

Civil engineering

Public works

Design documentation

Hydrology / hydraulic modeling

Communication

Field observation

Quality management

Tools

3D modeling software

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future‑ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master‑planned communities, mixed‑use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Our established Community Development group is seeking an experienced Public Works Civil Engineer to support road and site improvement projects for various cities and public agency clients. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of preliminary engineering, final design and construction drawings, construction support, and close‑out services for public works roadway and highway corridors and site development projects. Our team supports a diverse range of public clients and project types, offering motivated team members opportunities to lead new and meaningful project pursuits. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on our local, national, and global communities.

Your Opportunity

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in public works projects and will support the Public Works Leader as well as project managers from other Stantec disciplines across the western U.S. As an Intermediate Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for preparing technical design solutions, including defining project scope, schedule, and budgets; supporting quality management processes; and preparing technical studies and construction documents. You will work with clients and stakeholders to effectively manage engineering tasks and deliverables, with a strong emphasis on quality, communication, and collaboration.

Your Key Responsibilities

The Public Works Intermediate Civil Engineer will collaborate closely with the Public Works team to prepare engineering deliverables such as design drawings, quantity calculations and cost estimates, construction specifications, and engineering studies and reports to industry and regulatory agency standards. This role will also support the preparation of documentation required for permit applications to regulatory agencies.

• Assist with developing and managing the project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Support the Public Works Senior Civil Engineer and Team Leader preparing grading, drainage, wet utility, roadway/highway improvements, and other civil engineering design documents, as well as hydrology/hydraulic storm water modeling and hydraulic modeling of pipe networks.
• Prepare and revise documentation for projects from feasibility analysis to construction close out.
• Participate in constructability review.
• Prepare construction quantity estimates and basic opinion of cost analysis.
• Participate in coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate with design teams, subconsultants and other project partners to ensure on time delivery, technical quality and within budget.
• Perform field work/construction observation under the supervision of a senior engineer/designer and/or construction manager as needed.
• Collect and analyze data and perform calculations that support civil system design decisions and development process.
• Interpret and verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
• Utilize three‑dimensional technologies and modeling software in development, design and analysis of civil systems.
• Assist in the review of shop drawings and submittals, respond to request for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.