Civil Engineering Principal

Civil & Environmental Consultants • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

At Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company. As a Civil Engineering Principal in our Civil Practice at the Charlotte, NC office, you’ll lead project teams responsible for land development and site design for a wide range of commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial projects. You’ll manage staff members that prepare tasks such as site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility design, erosion control, and permitting. You’ll work closely with clients and stakeholders from concept through construction, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction. Our Charlotte office is home to a collaborative and growing team of professionals in one of the Southeast’s most vibrant cities. Located near both the mountains and the coast, Charlotte offers a unique mix of urban energy, outdoor recreation, and Southern charm. With top-rated schools, a thriving downtown, and a strong sense of community, Charlotte is a great place to live, work, and grow.

Requirements

• 15 + years of civil engineering experience in site development or infrastructure design; or a comparable combination of education and experience
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) required
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure required
• Proven ability to manage civil/site development projects with annual fees over $ 50 0,000
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling tools
• Experience developing scopes, preparing proposals, and managing projects profitably
• Skilled in resolving design and permitting challenges for grading, stormwater, and utility layouts
• Familiar with local/state permitting processes and coordinating with regulatory agencies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience working across teams and with external stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and commitment to mentoring junior staff

Nice To Haves

• experience with HydroCAD or HEC-RAS
• Active participation in professional or client-related organizations is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage site development and civil engineering projects from proposal through construction, including oversight of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, stormwater systems, utilities, and erosion control.
• Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews and ensure project deliverables meet regulatory and client requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and strategic client growth initiatives.

Benefits

• CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal