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2715 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA | Full Time

Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, Summit Design and Engineering Services, Inc. is a trusted partner to municipalities, state agencies, and private clients throughout the Southeast. Our firm is known for innovative, practical solutions that strengthen communities and create a lasting impact on the places where we live, work, and play.

Collaboration and growth are the cornerstone of our success. We encourage professional development with enticing benefits, such as our student loan/tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time, and professional development assistance. We also provide four weeks of PTO, wellness stipends, and flexible work options, fostering a workplace that encourages balance both in the office and in your day-to-day life.

We're looking for individuals who share our commitment to shaping our communities' futures through thoughtful, impactful work. If you're ready to contribute your talents alongside some of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply!

We're 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. We're 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. 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.