Senior Civil Project Engineer

Core States Group; Somerville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team wellness challenges

Costco membership reimbursement

Half-day Fridays during summer

Job summary

Core States Group is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to supervise a design team and manage civil projects from conception to completion. You will apply expertise in site layout, grading, utility design, and stormwater management while coordinating with Architects, MEP and Construction Project Managers.

This hybrid role requires leadership, strong design development, and the ability to produce construction documents that meet client requirements and codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• P.E. in Civil Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of site/civil production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail, restaurants, convenience, or fueling.
• AutoCAD and MS Office required.
• Experience with Civil3D required.
• Ability to apply and integrate AI tools to improve team processes and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Civil Engineering Designers and Civil Project Engineers.
• Engage in client interaction throughout projects.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants.
• Assist in preparing and negotiating contracts and change orders with clients and sub-contractors.
• Design full site plans or with little or no direction.
• Conduct site visits and generate reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Prepare design calculations and reports.
• Establish and maintain project, phase, and task level budgets and schedules.
• Prepare responses to construction RFI’s and submittals.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Demonstrate understanding of municipal codes and authorities having jurisdiction.

Skills

Project leadership

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Budgeting

Client coordination

AI tools integration

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MS Office

Job description

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s What You Can Expect

• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs
• RETIREMENT – We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO time to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half-day Fridays during summer months + much more!
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE – A flexible work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or somewhere in between.
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE – Four weeks of fully paid parental leave to give you time to bond with your new addition and support your growing family.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – Advance your education with support! We offer tuition reimbursement to support your learning journey.

Summary Of The Role

The Senior Civil Project Engineer is responsible for the supervision of a design team and management of civil engineering projects from conception to completion. You will apply your experience in: site layout, grading, utility design and profiles, erosion and sediment control, SWPPP preparation, and stormwater management. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with Architects, MEP Engineers, Structural Engineers, and Construction Project Managers. You will be responsible for the production of civil engineering construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements and site adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Civil Engineering Designers and Civil Project Engineers.
• Engage in client interaction throughout projects.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants.
• Assist in preparing and negotiating contracts and change orders with clients and sub-contractors.
• Design full site plans or with little or no direction.
• Conduct site visits and generate reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Prepare design calculations and reports.
• Establish and maintain project, phase, and task level budgets and schedules.
• Prepare responses to construction RFI’s and submittals.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Demonstrate practical and functional knowledge of municipal codes.
• Coordinate and meet with authorities having jurisdiction through all phases of projects.
• Organize and maintain project files.
• Maintain timesheets daily.
• Demonstrate an understanding of liability issues related to design.
• Demonstrate an understanding of constructability and complex design.
• Develop and mentor staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We’re looking for talented professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to high-quality, meaningful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• P.E. in Civil Engineering required
• 8+ years of site/civil production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail, restaurants, convenience, and/or fueling
• AutoCAD and MS Office required
• Experience working within Civil3D required
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to identify practical uses for company-approved AI tools to improve team processes, support better decisions, and increase efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy, protect confidential information, and remain responsible for the final work product.

Work Location

This is a hybrid position based out of the following Core States Group offices: Kent, WA; Bellevue, WA; Puyallup, WA; Richland, WA; Scottsdale, AZ; Roseville, CA; Long Beach, CA; Ontario, CA; Frisco, TX; Bentonville, AR; Naperville, IL; Tampa; FL; Burlington, MA; Minneapolis, MN; Charleston, NC; Somerville, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; or King of Prussia, PA.

Company Overview

Core States Group is an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm trusted by many of the world’s most notable brands. With 24 offices across the United States and Canada, the firm delivers speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design for national multisite programs and projects. Established in 1999, Core States Group drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more. Visit us at www.core-states.com .

A Note to Candidates

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.