$90,000–$140,000 Per Year
AutoCAD, Budgeting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Document Set, Construction Engineering, Construction Planning, Consulting, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Design Services, Documentation, Employee Orientation, Engineering, Industrial Development, Land Development, Leadership, Mentoring, Multitasking, Music, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Recreation, Reporting Skills, Schedule Development, Stormwater Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design
Advance Your Career with a Growing Civil Engineering Firm
Targeted HR Consulting is partnering with a well-established, mid-sized municipal civil engineering firm to identify an experienced Senior Civil Engineer (Site Design) for its Athens, Georgia office.
This is a unique opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer seeking a role that can be tailored to their experience. Whether you're an accomplished Senior Site Design Engineer, Project Manager, or an experienced professional ready to lead a department, this organization offers outstanding career growth in a collaborative, employee-focused environment.
Located just one hour east of Atlanta, Athens is consistently recognized as one of the Southeast's best places to live, offering a vibrant downtown, exceptional quality of life, and the energy of a thriving college town—home to the University of Georgia.
Position Summary
The Senior Civil Engineer will lead the planning, design, and delivery of a variety of municipal, commercial, and industrial site development projects. This role offers significant responsibility in project execution, client service, and team collaboration, with leadership opportunities available based on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare engineering plans and construction documents utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Design site development projects including grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and related infrastructure.
- Support municipal, commercial, and industrial land development projects from concept through construction.
- Coordinate utility layouts and collaborate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Prepare technical reports, calculations, and construction documentation.
- Provide CAD support and technical guidance to engineering staff as needed.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring high-quality project execution.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers.
- Depending on experience, provide project management or departmental leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
- Minimum of 4 years of civil site design experience.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Experience with site development, grading, drainage, utility design, and stormwater management.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.
Preferred Experience
- Municipal engineering projects
- Commercial and industrial site development
- Project management experience
- Team leadership or mentoring experience
Why Join?
- Competitive salary of $90,000 - $140,000, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Flexible career path with opportunities for technical leadership, project management, or department leadership.
- Collaborative, growth-oriented culture with strong mentorship.
- Stable, respected engineering firm with an excellent reputation throughout the region.
- Live and work in Athens, Georgia—a vibrant community known for its excellent quality of life, thriving arts and music scene, outdoor recreation, and the University of Georgia.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Apply Today
If you're a licensed Civil Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a respected and growing engineering firm, we'd love to speak with you.
Targeted HR Consulting is conducting this confidential search on behalf of our client. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss this opportunity in greater detail.