Site Civil Engineer

United Consulting, Indianapolis, IN; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Consulting in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Civil Engineer with a PE license. The role requires 5–10 years of Civil Site Design experience, a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, and proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

The position supports grading, drainage, utilities and roadway design with a hybrid work setup. The engineer will prepare construction documents, conduct feasibility studies and coordinate with permitting agencies to secure approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license in Indiana required; Kentucky license a plus.
• 5–10 years of Civil Site Design experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software.
• Experience with land development and site permitting processes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs for site plans including grading, utilities, stormwater and roadway geometry.
• Prepare construction documents, plans, specs and calculations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments.
• Coordinate with staff for cost estimates and quotes.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for drainage.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and permit requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, planners and engineers.
• Coordinate with permitting agencies for approvals.
• Provide technical support during construction (review submittals, RFIs).
• Maintain project documentation and contribute to standards.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Grading design

Drainage design

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Utility design

Site permitting

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS

Job description

Full-time

Description

Reports To: Department Manager

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Registration: Professional Engineer (PE) license (State of Indiana required, Kentucky License is a plus)

Experience: Not less than 5–10 years of Civil Site Design experience

Duties

• Develop engineering designs, including grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater management plans, and roadway geometry, for site plans.
• Prepare construction documents, plans, specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare site assessments and conceptual layouts.
• Coordinate with office staff to provide timely cost estimates and quotes as necessary
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for site drainage and stormwater design.
• Evaluate site data to provide design decisions.
• Ensure designs comply with local, state, and federal regulations, zoning codes, environmental regulations, and permit requirements.
• Work closely with project managers, architects, planners, and other engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with permitting agencies to obtain approvals and resolve technical issues.
• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing submittals and responding to RFIs.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and contribute to design standards and process improvements.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure adherence to company and industry design standards.

Requirements

Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software.
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, hydrology/hydraulics, utility design, and site permitting.
• Familiarity with local and regional land development regulations and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with local zoning codes, environmental regulations, and building codes
• Experience working directly with site developers and contractors
• Ability to adapt quickly to keep projects on schedule
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage fast-paced site production and meet deadlines.
• Maintain and grow a network of clientele

Physical Requirements

• Hybrid and office-based work environment
• Occasional site visits and field evaluations as required.
• Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across project phases.

Other Requirements

• Experience with land development projects, including commercial, industrial, residential, and municipal sites.
• Experience in alternative funding and delivery methods, such as Build Operate Transfer (BOT)
• Knowledge of GIS tools and concepts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a Drug Screen