Site/Civil Design Engineer

Paul J. Ford; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul J. Ford in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Civil Engineer with expertise in Civil 3D and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. The successful candidate will design site layouts, oversee stormwater system analysis, and support both project planning and development.

The ideal applicant should have a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, strong mentoring skills, and a commitment to professional growth through continued education. This position may require some travel and overtime depending on project demands.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related land development (civil/site) experience is required.
• Professional Engineers License or working towards licensure.
• Experience in Civil 3D with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Civil 3D to design site layouts and utility systems.
• Conduct research for design parameters and project feasibility.
• Oversee design and analysis of stormwater systems.

Skills

Civil 3D design

Project planning

Cost estimation

Technical writing

Hydrology/hydraulics modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Utilize Civil 3D to design comprehensive site layouts, grading plans, and utility systems for residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
• Review municipal zoning ordinances, land development regulations, and agency requirements; perform utility service research and site visits to establish design parameters and project feasibility.
• Create detailed concept drawings based on client objectives and due diligence findings, and coordinate with CAD technicians to produce accurate design documentation.
• Oversee the design and analysis of stormwater systems using Civil 3D and hydrology software, perform pipe sizing, drainage area mapping, and hydraulic grade line evaluations in compliance with applicable standards.
• Develop grading plans that ensure efficient earthwork balancing, site safety, and compliance with engineering best practices and design slope requirements.
• Plan and design stormwater, sanitary sewer, water, gas, and communication utility systems, including pump stations, and identify and resolve vertical and horizontal utility conflicts.
• Design erosion control measures, perform stability calculations, and establish construction sequencing using best management practices to maintain environmental compliance.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for site improvements to support bonding requirements and client budgeting.
• Take an active role in mentoring junior engineers, reviewing design work, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Coordinate design activities and meetings between staff, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines.

Corporate and Department Planning

• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and final bid packages.
• Perform design and production plan for various projects from preliminary to final design.
• Support corporate and departmental goals through effective project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Business Development – Marketing and Sales

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Assist in preparing proposals and cost estimates for new business.
• Contribute technical input to marketing efforts and presentations.

Project Administration

• Coordinate design services for design-bid-build and design-build projects.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to project requirements.

Technology

• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related software for design projection.
• Apply hydrology/hydraulics modeling tools.

Maintain current knowledge of design technologies.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)

• Check all technical work for accuracy and compliance with design standards.
• Review and verify design computations and plans.
• Participate in internal and external project reviews.

Human Resources and Office Management

• Support and mentor engineers in design fundamentals and professional growth.
• Promote teamwork, integrity, and collaboration across departments.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Continuing Education –

• Attend technical and professional development training annually.
• Maintain Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Pursue certifications relevant to civil design and project management.

Special Project and Assignments

• Assumes responsibilities for special assignments delegated by senior leadership or project management.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of related land development (civil/site) experience is required.
• Professional Engineers License or working towards licensure.
• Experience in Civil 3D with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This job is essentially a sedentary role; however, standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, stooping or kneeling, talking, and hearing are required.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Due to the collaborative nature of this position and accessibility for in-house and on-site client meetings, it is essential that the work be performed in the office and during regular business hours.
• Some travel may be required. The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and the risk of electrical shock.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.