Civil Project Engineer

Civil Project Engineer

The Civil Project Engineer will lead technical design efforts within a multidisciplinary team of Civil Engineers, Planners, and Designers. This role focuses on land development projects, including sustainable site design, utility layout, stormwater management, and site planning. The engineer will collaborate closely with the Director of Land Development, contributing expertise to a diverse portfolio that encompasses commercial, retail, educational, and institutional developments. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in civil engineering design and a collaborative approach, ensuring project success from initial concept through to construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in preparation of project drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Develop planning and site plans including grading, drainage, zoning, and utilities.
• Prepare engineering analysis, design, calculations, and reports.
• Evaluate land use and zoning requirements, including zoning ordinances and site plan approval.
• Prepare permit applications.
• Conduct occasional site visits to ensure project progress and construction quality.
• Collaborate directly with design team, owners/developers, architects, landscape architects, engineering disciplines, and contractors.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Civil Engineering and Land Development.
• Experience with Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge in Stormwater management and Site development.
• Ability to design drainage systems.
• Expertise in Civil design and Autocad Civil 3D.
• Project management skills.
• Understanding of Wastewater systems.
• Experience in Municipal engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Civil Land Development Projects including site plans, zoning, permitting, and design.
• 3+ years of experience with Civil 3D.
• EIT or PE License.
• Civil Engineering Project Management experience.
• Experience in K-12 Site Design.

Work Environment

The office is located in Grand Rapids, MI, offering a hybrid schedule with an average of 40 hours per week (3 days in office, 2 days remote). The environment encourages a team-oriented yet independent culture, fostering opportunities for personal and professional growth. The company is 100% employee-owned, providing the chance to own stock, and has a long-standing presence with over 65 years in the industry. Offices are located in Rochester Hills, Novi, and recently expanded to Grand Rapids.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Grand Rapids, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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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