Civil Project Engineer

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough NC. Our fast-paced growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live work and play. We have also been recognized throughout the industry: we are the current ACEC/NC Large Firm of the Year (2023) and have been on the NC Triangle Business Journals Fast 50 for seven years.

At Summit we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. Thats why weve built a collaborative growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued heard and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employees success by offering a wide range of benefits beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement paid volunteer hours education and certification assistance wellness stipends and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds Summit thrives!

We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse inclusive and forward-thinking environment. If youre interested in joining over 400 of the industrys best and brightest we welcome you to apply.

Were seeking a motivated and experienced Civil Project Engineer who is ready to take the lead on a variety of civil/site development projects. We have offices across North Carolina-including Wilmington Asheville Hillsborough and Raleigh. Were seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Project Engineer to play a key role in delivering thoughtful and effective civil/site design solutions. This position offers flexibility to work from any of our NC offices with a hybrid work environment that supports a healthy balance between collaboration and autonomy.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning development and execution of civil engineering projects with minimal supervision.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients fostering strong relationships through regular communication collaboration and responsive problem-solving.
• Participate in the preparation and review of project proposals cost estimates and schedules.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities to team members to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Perform detailed QA/QC checks on technical deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Navigate entitlement and permitting processes including rezoning special/conditional use permits site plan approvals and construction document approvals.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality output.
• Manage project budgets invoicing and coordination with sub-consultants.
• Support business development participate in industry events and maintain existing client relationships.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in site/civil design with a strong portfolio of retail commercial public sector and residential projects.
• Expertise in site layout grading storm drainage stormwater management water and sewer utilities and erosion control.
• In-depth knowledge of local entitlement and permitting regulations.
• Proficiency in technical design software: Autodesk Civil 3D (required) Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs WaterCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse project teams.
• A proactive solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for client service.
• Willingness to participate in professional development local events and community engagement.

Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action. E-verify.

A background check including a criminal and driving record check will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.