Senior Civil Project Engineer

Nitsch Engineering • Richmond, VA

2d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Nitsch Engineering is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer for its Richmond, Virginia team. The role combines technical leadership, client collaboration, and business development to support complex land development projects and the firm’s continued growth. The engineer leads internal design teams, coordinates project work and client communications, and contributes to proposals and relationship-building. The firm is employee-owned and offers ownership opportunities. Final compensation depends on experience, skills, and alignment with role responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer registration is required.
• At least 8 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of state, local, and/or federal permitting guidelines.
• Knowledge of land development techniques for preparing construction documents, including sustainable site solutions, site grading, utility design, and stormwater management systems that meet regulations.
• Extensive experience using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.

Nice To Haves

• Experience assisting with construction administration.
• Knowledge of HydroCAD software.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal design teams in preparing drawings, specifications, reports, and calculations for complex or large land development projects.
• Coordinate technical design tasks, delegate assignments across the project team, and keep the Project Manager or Technical Manager informed of progress.
• Prepare project letter proposals and fee estimates for review by the Project Manager.
• Review project budget status with the Project Manager during monthly invoicing and after milestone deliverables.
• Serve as the primary contact for the client’s construction administration team and coordinate responses with the Project Manager as needed.
• Prepare for and participate in design team and owner meetings; represent Nitsch, coordinate design efforts with external teams and the Project Manager or Technical Manager, and follow through on action items.
• Troubleshoot construction administration issues and coordinate formal responses with the Project Manager or Technical Manager.
• Strengthen industry expertise and Nitsch’s marketplace visibility through involvement in professional associations, committees, and business organizations.
• Represent Nitsch at client-focused and industry events to stay connected to opportunities and market trends.
• Partner with senior staff on client presentations and educational sessions.
• Cultivate new business opportunities and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and industry contacts.
• Contribute technical insight and project knowledge to proposals for prospective clients.
• Identify opportunities to extend successful client partnerships by connecting project outcomes with future needs.
• Identify and cultivate potential referral partners.

Benefits

• Employee ownership opportunities.
• Flexible working model and early Fridays year-round.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account and optional coverages, including identity theft protection and legal coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match.
• Pre-tax commuter benefit.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discretionary gift card bonuses through the employee appreciation and recognition program.
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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