Site Development Project Engineer - Design & Permitting

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers' Atlanta office leads civil site development projects, delivering comprehensive design from feasibility through permitting. Our team emphasizes quality, local knowledge, and coordination with clients across the Southeast.

The Project Engineer role focuses on designing site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage, while guiding junior engineers and ensuring schedule milestones are met in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development or civil site design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with grading, utility, and drainage design standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for civil site projects
• Develop grading, drainage, and utility designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Conduct feasibility analyses and layout studies for site optimization
• Support permitting efforts with reports, exhibits, and technical responses
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory entities
• Perform quality reviews of design deliverables
• Guide junior engineers and review their technical work
• Prepare drainage studies and utility service reports
• Manage task-level schedules and project milestones
• Attend client meetings and contribute to project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers' Atlanta office leads civil site development projects, delivering comprehensive design from feasibility through permitting. Our team emphasizes quality, local knowledge, and coordination with clients across the Southeast.

The Project Engineer role focuses on designing site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage, while guiding junior engineers and ensuring schedule milestones are met in a dynamic, collaborative environment.