Civil Engineer Pe

Job Title: Civil Engineer Job Description
This Civil Engineer role focuses on leading and supporting the preparation of comprehensive engineering and project documents for residential and commercial site development. You will manage projects from conceptual design through final construction documents, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders. The position offers the opportunity to apply advanced civil engineering skills in site design, entitlement processes, permitting, and construction coordination while contributing to a values-driven organization that prioritizes people, passion, and performance.
Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in the preparation of engineering and project documents, including due diligence reports, construction documents, drainage reports, specifications, and construction schedules and estimates.
• Use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and determine their impact on project planning and design.
• Research and apply jurisdictional requirements, including zoning and subdivision regulations, to inform and guide engineering design decisions.
• Develop engineering drawings from concept through final construction documents, including site layout, grading and drainage, utilities, and erosion control design using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Support zoning, ordinance, and permit assessments, and prepare cost estimates to evaluate the feasibility of projects based on collected data and analysis.
• Provide field observation services as needed to verify design assumptions, monitor construction activities, and ensure alignment with plans and specifications.
• Apply established engineering knowledge, techniques, and best practices to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective civil site designs.
• Collaborate closely with team members on project tasks and assignments to ensure coordinated, timely, and high-quality deliverables.
• Understand and apply client standards, specifications, codes of practice, and risk tolerance in all project work.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Manage project teams, budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet or exceed expectations and achieve successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate construction activities through completion, ensuring that design intent is maintained and issues are addressed promptly.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee.
• At least 10 years of experience in residential and/or commercial site design, entitlement processes, permitting, and coordinating construction activities through completion.
• Previous experience managing project teams, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil site design and production of construction documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and project coordination.
• Proficiency in Blue Beam for plan review, markups, and collaboration.
• Strong understanding of industry, municipality, regulatory, and business operation standards related to civil engineering and site development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, team members, and external partners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex data and develop effective engineering solutions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated alignment with core values of People, Passion, and Performance.
• Extensive experience with civil site design, including grading, drainage, utilities, and erosion control.
• Ability to interpret and apply zoning and subdivision regulations to project planning and design.
• Experience preparing and reviewing due diligence reports, drainage reports, specifications, and construction schedules and estimates.
• Capability to conduct field observations and translate findings into design improvements or corrective actions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Comfort working with clients, vendors, and subcontractors in a consultative and solution-oriented manner.

Work Environment
This role operates in a professional engineering environment that combines office-based design and analysis work with occasional field observation visits. You will regularly use engineering and design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, along with Microsoft Office Suite and Blue Beam, to produce and review technical documents and construction plans. The position involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams and frequent communication with clients, vendors, and subcontractors. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a quarterly bonus structure, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage. A Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% company contribution supports long-term financial planning. Paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a flexible paid time off policy promote work-life balance, while an employee referral bonus structure rewards contributions to team growth. The culture emphasizes people, passion, and performance, fostering a supportive and high-achieving environment where professional development and quality work are highly valued. Attire is generally professional and appropriate for an office and client-facing setting, with practical clothing required for any field observation activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
full time benefits, 401, pto, etc
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Franklin,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.
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