Senior Project Engineer

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer for our Atlanta area operations. The role focuses on land development design, permitting, and project management, with leadership responsibilities for a team of engineers and technicians.

The ideal candidate holds a P.E. license, has 5+ years of experience in site design and planning, and demonstrates strong stakeholder communication. Overtime flexibility may be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.
• 5+ years of experience in site design, planning, and project management.
• Strong communication skills with all levels of employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in design, plan production and permitting for land development projects.
• Lead and mentor technical professionals to serve clients well.
• Engage in proposal and client agreement development and execution.
• Develop trusting professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders.
• Coordinate project tasks, budgets and schedules to meet client timelines.
• Support professional development of team members and seek guidance from leaders.

Skills

P.E. Licensed

Project management

Site design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Pape-Dawson's Atlanta office serves as a regional hub for our Georgia team, supporting clients across the Southeast with deep local insight and access to statewide resources. As a full-service civil engineering company in Atlanta, our professionals support projects from early due diligence and site feasibility through design, coordination, and permitting, working closely with teams across Georgia to deliver consistent, high-quality results. Built on the strong foundation and local relationships established by Eberly & Associates, the Atlanta office continues a legacy of service while bringing the expanded capabilities of Pape-Dawson to the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and actively participate in the design, plan production and permitting for land development projects.
• Lead and mentor a group of technical professionals - engineers and technical support- to serve our clients well
• Engage in the proposal and client agreement development and execution
• Develop trusting professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
• Be respectful of client time-lines through effective coordination of project tasks, budgets and schedules
• Champion the professional development of each member of a project team according to each member's individual goals and career path
• Seek guidance from other leaders; be open to suggestions in various aspects of project management
• Actively participate in professional associations and civic organizations
• Additional related duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• 5+ years of experience in site design, planning, and project management
• Extensive knowledge of design and construction practices which, by passing on that knowledge to others will aid in your success
• Proven ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, both oral and written skills, with all level of employees
• There may be times when working overtime is necessary

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [e-mail] or call [phone].

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.