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The Senior Civil Engineer will be responsible for leading the planning, design, permitting, and execution of land development projects across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. This role requires technical expertise, project leadership, and coordination with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality, compliant, and cost‑effective site development solutions.

Responsibilities include but aren't limited to:

Technical & Design Leadership

• Lead the planning and design of site development projects, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, erosion and sediment control, and roadway access
• Prepare and review civil engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents
• Ensuring designs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and standards
• Provide quality control and technical oversight for work produced by junior engineers and designers

Discipline Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
• Develop project work plans, manpower estimates, and participate in proposal efforts
• Coordinate with clients, Architects, Surveyors, Structural Engineers, Contractors, and other consultants throughout project development
• Support construction administration services, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits

Regulatory & Permitting

• Lead permitting efforts and coordinate with local agencies, utilities, and regulatory bodies
• Prepare and submit land development, zoning, and permitting applications
• Address regulatory comments and support entitlement processes

Mentorship & Collaboration

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, EITs, and CAD designers
• Foster collaboration within project teams and across disciplines
• Contribute to process improvements, standards development, and technical best practices

Client & Business Development Support

• Maintain strong client relationships and provide technical support during business development efforts
• Assist with identifying new project opportunities and expanding existing client relationships
• Represent the firm during client meetings and stakeholder engagements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum of 8–12 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on site development
• Must be able to show proof of US citizenship (to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations)
• Strong working knowledge of site development design practices, permitting, and construction processes
• Experience with stormwater management design and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling
• Proficiency with relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD, or similar)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record
• Demonstrated experience mentoring staff and leading project teams
• Experience with sustainable site design and low‑impact development (LID) practices

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office‑base
• Ability to perform site visits and walk construction sites
• Occasional travel to client meetings or project locations
• Occasional paid overtime to meet project deadlines

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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