Senior Civil Engineer – Lead Design & Delivery

Pape-Dawson; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Atlanta, GA seeks a Civil Engineer with strong project leadership to deliver complex infrastructure projects from concept through construction. You will mentor junior staff, interface with clients and agencies, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.

The role requires a ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree, 4 years of civil experience, and an Engineer-in-Training certification, with opportunities to advance toward licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive civil engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Advanced proficiency with relevant engineering design and analysis software.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, codes, and regulations applicable to assigned service areas.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and manage priorities with minimal oversight.
• Effective written and verbal communication with clients and agencies.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform complex engineering analyses, design, and plan development in accordance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, and design drawings with a high level of accuracy and quality.
• Apply advanced proficiency in engineering software, modeling tools, and design platforms; serve as a technical resource to others.
• Coordinate technical work across disciplines and contribute to project planning, scope development, schedules, and budgets.
• Direct, review, and mentor the work of engineers, EITs, and technical staff to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to project standards.
• Provide technical leadership on assigned projects, including evaluating design alternatives and recommending practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate directly with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to support project delivery, permitting, and issue resolution.
• Support construction or implementation activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and assisting with construction administration as needed.
• Model accountability, sound judgment, and professional conduct while reinforcing a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
• Provide technical design and preparation of plans for commercial, residential, and site development projects, including grading, drainage, and utility systems.
• Evaluate site constraints and design alternatives to meet client objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals with local and state agencies.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client communication

Team collaboration

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Atlanta, GA seeks a Civil Engineer with strong project leadership to deliver complex infrastructure projects from concept through construction. You will mentor junior staff, interface with clients and agencies, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.

The role requires a ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree, 4 years of civil experience, and an Engineer-in-Training certification, with opportunities to advance toward licensure.