Civil Project Engineer

Step into a role where your talent drives real-world impact. At AHBL, we’re looking for professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and see every project as an adventure. If you enjoy working closely with clients and cross-functional teams to bring projects from concept to construction, we want to meet you!

At AHBL, we don’t just shape cities—we help to build vibrant communities where the work is rewarding. Our teams enjoy coming to work and flourish through innovation and creativity.

Since 1969, our multi-discipline firm has delivered innovative solutions in engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying. Our team is passionate about creative problem-solving, and we take pride in the meaningful, diverse projects we deliver.

What you will do  
We are looking for a Civil Project Engineer to help us make a real impact in our Tacoma office. If you enjoy working with a team that values creativity, celebrates successes, and supports each other through challenges, then AHBL is the place for you!

In this role you will work on a wide range of land development projects, including subdivisions, master plan communities, multi-family developments, roadways, K-12 schools, higher education, municipal buildings, stormwater retrofits, parks, and healthcare facilities. You will collaborate with clients and other team members in preparing civil engineering designs, specifications, and calculations for site developments, local roads, stormwater, and utility improvements, including grading, drainage, sanitary sewer, water, and other related work.

What we are looking for  

• A high level of organization and communication to help us drive projects to completion.
• Diligent attention to detail because the details are what make a project successful.
• A desire to make a positive impact in the communities we serve.
• Motivation to meet our clients’ deadlines and rise to the occasion when the pressure is on.

Here's our list of must-haves:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• EIT
• 3+ years of civil engineering site design experience for public and private development projects
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Proficient in stormwater modeling using WWHM, MGS Flood and other software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability and desire to deliver excellent client services

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Actual pay will be based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

• Project Engineer III - $85,000 - $113,500
• Annual discretionary performance-based bonus.
• 100% paid employee medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance and long-term disability protection. Subsidized dependent coverage.
• Option of PPO health plan or HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits. PTO is accrued at 16.5 days (132 hours) annually for new hires.
• 8 company-paid holidays each calendar year.
• Discretionary company-matched 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits include voluntary hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary accident insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.

WHY AHBL?

• We offer a fun and friendly atmosphere with team outings and ensure that the work is always enjoyable.
• We encourage out of the box thinking and innovative approaches to every project.
• Our teams celebrate successes and support each other through challenges.
• Our projects are primarily in the Pacific Northwest, so our work shapes the communities where we live and work.
• We offer continuous learning and professional development to advance your career.

AHBL is committed to the principles of equal opportunity by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We provide equal opportunity to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

AHBL will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that covered individuals, including protected veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

AHBL will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us .