Civil Engineer
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: 1000 Social - Raleigh, NC 27609Position Type: Full Time
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.
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.
Company at a glance
Summit Design and Engineering Services is a design and engineering services firm headquartered in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with offices in Raleigh, Fayetteville, Asheville, Wilmington, Franklin (VA), Richmond (VA), South Boston (VA), Fort Mill (SC), St. Petersburg (FL) and Denver, Colorado.
Since 1997, Summit’s success, tradition of service and expansion into new fields of practice has been based on our commitment to help clients successfully complete projects of all types. Many of our departments work together on the same project, giving employees the opportunity to acquire knowledge and experience from multiple perspectives on a single job.
Our Company Purpose
We build partnerships with clients to shape our communities.
Our Company Vision
To thoughtfully enhance the built environment by delivering resilent and impactful projects.
Our Values
A Welcoming Community: We encourage and support each other in our endeavors. We welcome and value different perspectives and diversity of voices.
Trusted: We do what is right and act with integrity and transparency. We are passionate about our pursuit of excellence.
Versatile: We are nimble and deliver innovative solutions. We are responsive and collaborative in our approach. We lead with purpose and embrace adversity.
Building Success: We know diverse relationships and strong partnerships build sustainable communities. We promote individual growth and share success with our team and partners.
Fun: We work hard and play hard. We invest in community and company events that help our employees and their families feel connected. We make fun part of everything we do.
We can help you take your career to the next level!
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