About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is looking for a Site Civil Engineer Design Lead to join our Building Engineering Services Group in either our Raleigh, Charlotte, Greenville (SC), or Atlanta office. In this position, you will lead a site civil project team in design of site development projects in a variety of different market sectors including healthcare, education and science, commercial, technology & media , federal, industrial, water/wastewater, power, etc. The primary responsibilities of a Site Civil Engineer Design Lead include the following:

* Lead the project design and plan production for site development on a wide variety of projects, including site layout, grading, erosion and sediment control, site utilities, drainage, stormwater management, and associated civil engineering activities.

* Perform routine engineering design calculations.

* Prepare specifications and contract documents.

* Lead land development permitting

* Perform assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

* Make independent decisions on design and engineering procedures as needed.

* Delegate tasks to other project team members.

* Sign and seal design plans, calculations, and specifications as the Engineer of Record.

* Serve as the Project Manager on small to medium sized site civil projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position.

* Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discpline
• Minimum of 6 years of design experience in site civil engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Proficient and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications in Civil Engineering such as Civil 3D, Hydraflow Storm Sewer, HydroCAD, etc
• Previous experience in land development and site civil design
• Good leadership and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of programs and Bluebeam Revu
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in Civil Engineering a plus
• Project Management experience a plus
• Local candidates are preferred

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.