Site Civil Engineer

HDR; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work environment

Opportunities for growth

Employee-owned culture

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Orlando is seeking a Civil Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of site civil/land development design experience. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and a professional engineering license. Responsibilities include leading design efforts and managing projects. HDR fosters an inclusive culture, making it a great place to develop your career and contribute to meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in site civil/land development design.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site civil engineering design efforts.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings and specifications.
• Manage permitting processes with federal, state, and local agencies.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ICPR/Stormwise

WaterCAD

StormCAD

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Primary Responsibilities

• Lead site civil engineering design efforts for site civil engineering related to buildings, facilities, and infrastructure projects across diverse market sectors, including:
  • Residential, commercial, and industrial developments
  • Water/wastewater systems
  • Municipal and federal projects
  • Power and data center facilities
• Serve as the Civil Engineer of Record when required.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams throughout all project phases—from initial planning through construction documentation and administration.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations and reports.
• Manage permitting processes with federal, state, and local agencies
• Review shop drawings and provide support during the construction phase.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in site civil/land development design for buildings or infrastructure, including:
  • Demolition
  • Erosion control
  • Site layout
  • Stormwater management
  • Grading and drainage
  • Utility design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ICPR/Stormwise, WaterCAD, and StormCAD.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and proactive, with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, technically sound designs with minimal supervision.
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record on previous projects.
• Proposal writing experience
• Project management experience
• Prior experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous experience in general civil engineering
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Job Details

Primary Location: United States-Florida-Orlando

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Building Site Civil

Job Posting: Sep 19, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.