Civil Engineer - Federal Projects

Position: Senior Civil EngineerWe are Recruiting on Purpose an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our client's Civil Engineering team in Richmond, VA. This role provides the opportunity to lead site development and infrastructure projects from concept through construction while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to project execution and client coordination. This is a truly Excellent Firm and a Great place to grow your Career! Key Responsibilities: Lead civil engineering design efforts for site development, infrastructure, grading, drainage, and utility systems. Prepare and review engineering plans, calculations, specifications, and technical reports. Oversee project execution to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and budget compliance. Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies throughout project lifecycles. Mentor and support junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality oversight. Perform and review hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for stormwater management systems. Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and permitting requirements. Participate in QA/QC reviews and support proposal development efforts as needed. Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution. Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Minimum of 8–10 years of civil engineering experience, with a focus on site development and infrastructure projects. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related civil engineering software. Strong understanding of local, state, and federal permitting processes. Experience working on Federal Projects is a BIG PLUS. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Pre-employment drug test, background check, and valid driver’s license required.