Site Engineer

Support projects during construction, including RFIs, submittal reviews, site observations, and field-related design issues . This is a full-time, onsite opportunity in Houston for a Civil PE looking for a role that combines technical design, project ownership, and opportunities to take on greater responsibility.

Civil Project Engineer – Site Development (PE)
Houston, TX | Onsite | Direct Hire
Salary: $100K–$150K DOE

We are seeking a Texas-licensed Civil PE to join an established engineering team in Houston. This position will support a variety of commercial and private development projects, taking projects from initial design and permitting through construction.

The ideal candidate has a strong site development background and is comfortable being both hands-on technically and involved in project coordination. Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, drainage/H&H, and Houston-area permitting requirements is important for this role.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop civil/site plans for new development and redevelopment projects.
• Design and coordinate grading, drainage, paving, utilities, and site infrastructure.
• Perform and/or review hydrology and hydraulic (H&H) calculations and studies.
• Prepare construction drawings, engineering reports, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate projects through permitting with Houston-area agencies and municipalities.
• Work directly with clients, architects, contractors, and outside consultants.
• Provide guidance and technical oversight to CAD designers and junior engineers.
• Track project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and overall progress.
• Review geotechnical, environmental, traffic, and other third-party studies as they relate to the civil design.
• Support projects during construction, including RFIs, submittal reviews, site observations, and field-related design issues.
• Review project documents for technical accuracy and quality.
• Assist with client relationships and future project opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Texas PE license – required
• 4+ years of civil/site development engineering experience
• Strong AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience
• Experience with H&H, stormwater and drainage design
• Knowledge of Houston-area development and permitting requirements
• Experience working with agencies such as City of Houston, Harris County, Fort Bend County and/or TxDOT
• Ability to independently manage engineering assignments and coordinate multiple project stakeholders
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

Compensation: $100,000–$150,000 depending on experience.

This is a full-time, onsite opportunity in Houston for a Civil PE looking for a role that combines technical design, project ownership, and opportunities to take on greater responsibility.
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