Senior Civil Engineer

Dunhill Staffing Systems; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunhill Staffing Systems, Inc. is assisting a well-established civil engineering firm in Charleston, SC to find a Senior Civil Engineer with 7+ years of land development experience. You will lead design efforts for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects, manage client relationships, and own project outcomes.

The role emphasizes technical depth, project management, and collaboration. PE licensure is preferred, with opportunities for leadership and growth within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of civil engineering experience focused on land development, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Strong knowledge of site design, grading, stormwater management, utilities, permitting, and applicable local and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design and development projects for commercial, residential, and mixed-use properties from initial planning through construction.
• Manage site design, grading, stormwater management, drainage, utilities, roadway layouts, and permitting.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities for continued business.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, technical reports, calculations, and permitting documents to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and design staff while contributing to team development, process improvements, and overall project success.
• Collaborate with company leadership on business development, strategic planning, and the long-term growth of the firm.

Education

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

A well-established, locally owned civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer with 7+ years of experience in commercial, residential, and mixed-use land development. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys client interaction, project ownership, and the opportunity to grow into a leadership role within a collaborative, growing firm.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, project management capabilities, and the interpersonal skills to build lasting client relationships while helping guide the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design and development projects for commercial, residential, and mixed-use properties from initial planning through construction.
• Manage site design, grading, stormwater management, drainage, utilities, roadway layouts, and permitting.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities for continued business.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, technical reports, calculations, and permitting documents to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and design staff while contributing to team development, process improvements, and overall project success.
• Collaborate with company leadership on business development, strategic planning, and the long-term growth of the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of civil engineering experience focused on land development, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Strong knowledge of site design, grading, stormwater management, utilities, permitting, and applicable local and state regulations.