Civil Engineer

Job Title: Civil Engineer Project Manager Mission Critical / Data Center

Job Description

This role is ideal for a civil or site engineer who has progressed into project management, understands large and complex site packages, and wants to focus their career in the mission-critical and data center market. You will lead large-scale, multi-phase civil site development projects across the Southeast, maintain a strong connection to technical design, and work directly with clients in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. The position offers the opportunity to help build and expand a mission-critical practice rather than simply inherit a mature role, providing significant exposure to major, complex civil developments and a clear path for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale, multi-phase civil site development projects for mission-critical and data center clients.
• Prepare and oversee the development of construction drawings for site grading, water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure.
• Lead project teams to deliver civil design solutions that meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Participate in client meetings, provide technical guidance, and deliver clear project updates to stakeholders.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to support design development, modeling, and production of construction documents.
• Monitor project performance, including scope, schedule, and budget, and take proactive steps to keep projects on track.
• Support proposal development, including technical input and level-of-effort estimates, and contribute to project planning efforts.
• Provide leadership, direction, and mentoring to project team members, fostering collaboration and high-quality work.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to resolve design and coordination issues during project delivery.
• Demonstrate understanding of business metrics and use them to guide decisions that support project and practice success.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in civil engineering design, ideally with mission-critical or data center projects.
• Proven experience producing site design plans for large-scale, multi-phase developments.
• Strong understanding of civil site development, including grading, storm drainage, water, sewer, and utility infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil site design and documentation.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including managing scope, schedule, and budget for complex civil projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client-facing focus.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience working within and directing project teams.
• Understanding of business metrics and how they relate to project and practice success.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow.
• Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail in design and documentation.
• Excellent time management skills and consistent ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or other large, infrastructure-heavy site development is highly transferable and considered a strong asset.
• Experience with mission-critical facilities and data center site design is a plus.
• Interest in building and expanding a mission-critical practice and contributing to the growth of a specialized group.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Motivation to receive hands-on Civil 3D mentoring and continue professional development.
• Comfort working directly with clients and participating in regular project review and coordination meetings.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role with a condensed work schedule designed to support work-life balance: Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. You will work in a professional office environment within an expanding mission-critical practice, with established mission-critical personnel and a PM/design team nearby for collaboration and support. The work centers on major, complex civil developments for mission-critical and data center projects, using technologies such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D for design and documentation. The culture emphasizes stability, strong benefits, and opportunities for leadership, including the chance to help establish and grow another mission-critical group. The environment supports ongoing learning, including hands-on Civil 3D mentoring, and encourages proactive involvement in project planning and delivery.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chamblee, GA.

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Why Thomas & Hutton? Competitive salary plus performance bonus Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career Schedule: On-site: MondayThursday 7:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chamblee, GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Chamblee,GA.

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