Senior Civil Engineer

GHD; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Central US team. You will contribute to planning, design, and construction engineering for municipal and private clients, with emphasis on land development and linear infrastructure.

Responsibilities include preparing reports and drawings, attending meetings, and mentoring junior staff while navigating regulatory requirements. A PE license is preferred and multi-state experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license preferred or ability to licensure within 1 year.
• 5–10 years of land development experience, ideally with linear infrastructure.
• Experience in multiple states is a plus.
• Familiarity with hydro/flow modelling and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site plans, technical reports, design drawings, and cost estimates.
• Develop land development plans and attend municipal meetings.
• Design linear infrastructure including piping and drainage.
• Navigate local/state permitting requirements and regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

HydroCAD

SewerGEMS

HEC-RAS

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

Help us build the future and we'll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we'll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Our Hybrid Work Model

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our group of civil engineers in the Central region of the US! In this role, you will join multi-disciplined teams in the planning, design and construction engineering site-development projects for our wide range of municipal and private clients.

This position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Assisting with the preparation of site plans, technical reports, design drawings, contract documents, cost estimates and permit applications for projects
• Development of land development plans and attendance at municipal meetings
• Linear infrastructure (piping, forcemains, drainage) design for various sites
• Navigating local, county, and state regulations and permitting requirements
• Provide mentorship and develop junior engineers

Successful skills & qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license (in Texas) preferred or ability to file for licensure within 1 year
• 5-10 years of project experience in land development, specifically around linear infrastructure; experience in multiple states a plus
• Familiarity with engineering modelling software including: HydroCAD, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS
• Knowledge of engineering drafting software by Autodesk (Civil 3D) and ability to work closely with CAD professionals
• Experience with presentations at zoning hearings and other public meetings

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.