Civil Engineer
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
In the role of Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:
- Lead and perform site studies, site development design, and preparation of contract documents for civil/site projects
- Develop and oversee site layout, grading, utility, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control designs
- Apply engineering principles, standards, and regulatory requirements to develop practical and constructible design solutions
- Independently manage civil design tasks and deliverables for projects of varying size and complexity
- Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and permitting agencies throughout the design and construction process
- Prepare technical reports, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, and other project documentation
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and EITs
- Assist with project management responsibilities, including scope, schedule, budget, and coordination of civil/site design work
- Serve as a technical lead on civil/site projects and support senior project managers and technical staff as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in progressive civil / site development engineering - 10 years experience is preferred
- Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D and experience with civil engineering software such as HydroCAD, StormCAD, PondPack, FlowMaster, or similar platforms
- Experience with site development, grading, drainage, utility design, stormwater management, and permitting
- Experience providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage technical assignments and deliver quality work within established schedules and budgets
- Local candidates preferred
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous experience in general civil engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
