Senior Civil Engineer, PE

Colman Engineering•Harrisonburg, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer proficient in taking site/civil engineering projects from concept to completion in Virginia. As a member of our engineering team, you’ll be responsible for the technical design and preparation of site plans, ensuring accuracy, code compliance, and efficiency across a range of projects. Candidates must have a Virginia PE license and demonstrate proficiency with Civil 3D.

Requirements

8+ years of site/civil land development design experience
Virginia PE license required
Proficiency in Civil 3D and familiarity with other engineering design tools (Hydraflow, HEC-RAS, retaining wall design software, etc.)
Proficiency in developing complete engineering design packages and guiding them through reviews and approvals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Strong attention to detail, desire to learn, and ability to follow directions
Valid Virginia driver’s license required, along with an acceptable driving record as defined by our insurer, and must pass a criminal background check

Responsibilities

Identify design requirements and constraints based on owner/developer input and interviews
Develop a site plan design from concept to approved final design plans
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic stormwater calculations (runoff characteristics, peak flow calculations, pond routing, storm sewer flow characteristics, BMP designs, etc., all per local, state, and federal standards)
Perform calculations and write reports for stormwater design
Perform calculations and write reports for water line design (EPANet or similar program)
Write Preliminary Engineering Reports for water/sewer design, Determination of Need for Traffic Impact Analysis reports, Turn Warrants, Bid Document preparation, etc.
Conduct full plan QC (correctness of content, addressing of project requirements, company values, and typical design practices)
Maintain communication with reviewing agencies (submittments, resolution of review comments, response letters to review comments)
Maintain communication with contractors (submittal review, construction administration/field orders for resolution of construction issues/RFIs, provide project design documents and technical information/CAD files)
Maintain communication with owner/developer (determination of design requirements and changes, confirmation of design acceptability, RFIs in design and construction)
Maintain communication with design subcontractors/prime contractor (RFIs, identification and resolution of design conflicts, provide and request required information for plan coordination)
Assist with the creation of proposals and design cost estimates
Perform construction cost estimates
Mentor junior engineers and designers