Civil Project Engineer
Job Description
Title: Civil Project Engineer
Location: Remote
Hire Type: Direct
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000
Must have Skill Set: Civil 3D, AutoCAD, registered Professional Engineer (PE)
Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Civil Project Engineer to manage projects, prepare technical documents, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. In this role, you will lead the preparation of planning and design documents, perform process design calculations, and manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules. You will also play a key role in client coordination, team supervision, and assisting with marketing and business development efforts. The ideal candidate is passionate about working collaboratively, taking ownership of their work, and using their talents to positively impact communities.
Job Duties:
Prepares planning and design documents in the appropriate engineering discipline.
Coordinates assistant and associate professional staff and technical staff's work, and may supervise lower-level staff.
Performs process design calculations, prepares cost estimates, and uses economic analyses for the comparison of alternatives.
Develops project scope of work, develops project schedules, prepares project initiation paperwork, and manages budget reviews and schedule progress reports.
Coordinates projects with other teams, performs and coordinates design aspects of projects, and directs team members on design tasks.
Maintains project records including correspondence, drawings, and files.
Coordinates with clients and attends client meetings.
Manages the preparation of technical reports, memos, and summaries to effectively communicate findings to clients and internal teams.
Serves as project manager for designated projects.
Collaborates with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and meet client expectations.
Assists with marketing / business development and prepares project proposals.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
8 or more years of relevant civil or environmental engineering experience, specifically with civil or environmental design including solid waste facilities, environmental remediation, and mining reclamation.
Must be a registered Professional Engineer.
Proficiency with engineering tools, software, and methodologies.
Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to contribute and work well within a collaborative team environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
Brittany Cahoon
Technical Recruiter
Brittany is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, supporting the Energy & Infrastructure Division. She has always recruited within the renewable energy and energy and infrastructure spaces, bringing focused industry experience to her work with candidates and clients.
Since joining Sterling, Brittany has continued to build meaningful relationships within a highly specialized and evolving market. She understands the importance of connecting skilled professionals with opportunities that align with their experience, goals, and long-term potential.
Brittany enjoys recruiting because it allows her to help people realize their potential and pursue work they are passionate about. For her, recruiting is about more than filling open roles. It is about creating connections that support career growth, strengthen teams, and help people take the next meaningful step forward.