Senior Civil Engineer, PE

Colman Engineering, PLC; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Colman Engineering, PLC in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead site/civil development projects from concept through construction. You will develop site plans, ensure code compliance, and coordinate with owners, agencies, and contractors to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate holds a Virginia PE license, has 8+ years of experience, and is proficient with Civil 3D, Hydraflow, and HEC-RAS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of site/civil land development design experience.
• Virginia Professional Engineer license is required.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and related design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop site plans from concept to final design.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses per standards.
• Prepare water/sewer design calculations and reports.
• Coordinate with owners, agencies, and contractors.
• Mentor junior engineers and assist with proposals.
• Review plans and ensure QC and compliance.

Skills

8+ years site/civil design

Virginia PE license

Civil 3D proficiency

Hydraflow familiarity

HEC-RAS familiarity

Mentoring junior engineers

Tools

Hydraflow

HEC-RAS

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer proficient in taking site/civil engineering projects from concept to completion in Virginia. As a member of our engineering team, you’ll be responsible for the technical design and preparation of site plans, ensuring accuracy, code compliance, and efficiency across a range of projects. Candidates must have a Virginia PE license and demonstrate proficiency with Civil 3D.

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Harrisonburg, VA—a thriving city nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, offering a wonderful, eclectic mix of agriculture, higher education, arts, outdoors, and culinary delights. We’re just two hours from DC, Richmond, and Blacksburg.

Employer-Sponsored Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Aetna Group Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Leadership Training & Continuing Education
• A Supportive, Friendly Team Environment

Salary

Your salary will be based on your demonstrated ability to hit the ground running with the Key Responsibilities listed below.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify design requirements and constraints based on owner/developer input and interviews
• Develop a site plan design from concept to approved final design plans
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic stormwater calculations (runoff characteristics, peak flow calculations, pond routing, storm sewer flow characteristics, BMP designs, etc., all per local, state, and federal standards)
• Perform calculations and write reports for stormwater design
• Perform calculations and write reports for water line design (EPANet or similar program)
• Write Preliminary Engineering Reports for water/sewer design, Determination of Need for Traffic Impact Analysis reports, Turn Warrants, Bid Document preparation, etc.
• Conduct full plan QC (correctness of content, addressing of project requirements, company values, and typical design practices)
• Maintain communication with reviewing agencies (submittals, resolution of review comments, response letters to review comments)
• Maintain communication with contractors (submittal review, construction administration/field orders for resolution of construction issues/RFIs, provide project design documents and technical information/CAD files)
• Maintain communication with owner/developer (determination of design requirements and changes, confirmation of design acceptability, RFIs in design and construction)
• Maintain communication with design subcontractors/prime contractor (RFIs, identification and resolution of design conflicts, provide and request required information for plan coordination)
• Assist with the creation of proposals and design cost estimates
• Perform construction cost estimates
• Mentor junior engineers and designers

Qualifications

• 8+ years of site/civil land development design experience
• Virginia PE license required
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and familiarity with other engineering design tools (Hydraflow, HEC-RAS, retaining wall design software, etc.)
• Proficiency in developing complete engineering design packages and guiding them through reviews and approvals
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Strong attention to detail, desire to learn, and ability to follow directions
• Valid Virginia driver’s license required, along with an acceptable driving record as defined by our insurer, and must pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

This position involves a combination of office-based and field-based work. Candidates must be able to safely perform tasks in both environments as outlined below, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, mouse, and other office equipment. Requires the ability to view screens, read technical documents, and communicate clearly by phone, video call, and in person. Occasional bending, crouching, or reaching may be required to access files and equipment stored between floor and shoulder height.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods on uneven terrain and in varying site conditions, including construction zones, wooded areas, and open fields. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment. Tasks may include kneeling, bending, or reaching to collect data or perform measurements. Work may be performed outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.