Project Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineer
Job Description

This is an active civil engineering role that focuses on land development, site design, and stormwater management across all phases of a project. You will contribute to planning, technical analysis, design, construction administration, and project oversight while working closely with a small, collaborative team. The position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and to be directly involved from concept through construction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute civil engineering tasks related to land development, site design, and stormwater management.
• Perform technical analysis to support project planning, design decisions, and construction activities.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and professional technical writing, including reports, specifications, and project documentation.
• Develop civil engineering designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including site layouts, grading, utilities, and stormwater systems.
• Prepare opinions of probable construction cost to support project budgeting and decision-making.
• Provide construction administration services, including reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information, and supporting field personnel.
• Participate in on-site inspections and job site visits to observe construction progress and verify compliance with design documents.
• Collaborate and coordinate with company leaders and peers to ensure projects meet technical, schedule, and client requirements.
• Support project management activities by communicating effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Travel as needed for team meetings, client meetings, on-site inspections, and job site visits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• 0–5 years of civil engineering experience in areas such as land development, site development, and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design and drafting.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles related to site development and stormwater systems.
• Ability to perform technical analysis and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Effective written communication skills for technical writing and documentation.
• Ability to travel as needed for meetings, inspections, and job site visits.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Experience with land development engineering and site design projects.
• Familiarity with stormwater management design and best practices.
• General proficiency with AutoCAD and other civil design tools.
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in both design and documentation.
• Interest in working in a small, family-feel team environment with exposure to a variety of project types.

The role is based in an open office environment that encourages collaboration and frequent interaction with peers and leaders. The pace is fast and driven by client needs, providing exposure to multiple projects and priorities. You will work closely with a team of approximately 15 people, fostering a family feel and supportive culture. The position involves periodic travel for team meetings, client meetings, on-site inspections, and job site visits, allowing you to see projects through from design to construction.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.