Senior Civil Engineer - Lead Projects & Client Partnerships

Summit Design and Engineering Services; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Design and Engineering Services in Colorado is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead the planning, development, and execution of civil projects with minimal supervision.

The role centers on serving as the main client liaison, developing proposals and budgets, and coordinating schedules while ensuring QA/QC and regulatory compliance. You will mentor junior staff and manage sub-consultants, contributing to business development efforts.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in site/civil design, with a strong portfolio of retail, commercial, public sector, and residential projects.
• Expertise in site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, and erosion control.
• In-depth knowledge of local entitlement and permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in technical design software: Autodesk Civil 3D (required), Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse project teams.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for client service.
• Willingness to participate in professional development, local events, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and responsive problem-solving.
• Participate in the preparation and review of project proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Perform detailed QA/QC checks on technical deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Navigate entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, special/conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and construction document approvals.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality output.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and coordination with sub-consultants.
• Support business development, participate in industry events and maintain existing client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

QA/QC

Project coordination

Mentoring

Problem solving

Time management

B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Education

BSCE

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs

WaterCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summit Design and Engineering Services in Colorado is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead the planning, development, and execution of civil projects with minimal supervision.

The role centers on serving as the main client liaison, developing proposals and budgets, and coordinating schedules while ensuring QA/QC and regulatory compliance. You will mentor junior staff and manage sub-consultants, contributing to business development efforts.