Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

Job Description Overview We are seeking a Senior Civil Land Development Engineer to join our team in Alexandria, VA. Our civil engineers do it all – grading, site plans, roads, utility design and planning, stormwater. They work on local, state and federal projects that include small, medium and large planning, design-bid-build, and design-build projects. Our civil engineers work on, and have the opportunity to travel to, federal projects throughout the US, as well as Europe and the Middle East. They also work with other civil engineering groups in numerous offices across the US and we collaborate with many other disciplines at AtkinsRéalis, including aviation, coastal, water resources, environmental and more. Come join AtkinsRéalis, where opportunities abound.

Your role

Designs and develops plans and drawings, which may include the development of preliminary layout and/or final drawings. Organizes and conducts engineering investigations and planning work which have a well-defined scope. Outlines and prepares relatively straightforward reports of sections of more complex reports, working under the periodic review of a more experienced professional. Provides engineering services during construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with specifications; prepares records and progress reports defining construction progress; observes construction procedures under the guidance of a more experienced professional and evaluates the results from quality control testing. Research feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications. Contributes to the development of plans, specifications, permit applications, and writes miscellaneous reports. Prepares preliminary man-hour, cost, and material quantity estimates. Participates in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others. Performs field observations of construction where appropriate. May occasionally assist in the management of projects. May perform such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering
• 10-14 years' experience in Land Development
• Technical writing, computer and communications skills required
• AutoCAD skills required
• Experience using hydrology modeling software (HydraFlow, XPSWMM, ICPR, etc.)
• PE is required

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $105,000 - $160,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Worker Type

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