What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at Actalent?
Civil Engineer – Residential Land Development
We are looking for an experienced Civil Engineer to take a leadership role in preparing high-quality construction drawings for single-family residential developments. This position offers the opportunity to guide a talented design team, collaborate with municipal agencies, and deliver exceptional results using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the production of construction plans for paving, grading, storm drainage, detention, water, and wastewater systems.
- Mentor and supervise design team members while ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Create and refine 3D surfaces using survey data, alignments, and profiles to ensure design accuracy.
- Work closely with internal teams and municipal staff to facilitate reviews and secure permits.
- Maintain organized design files for seamless collaboration across all stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years in civil design, specifically in private single-family residential developments within the DFW area.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas or ability to obtain licensure within one year.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
- Civil Engineering
- Land Development
- Residential Design
- Grading & Drainage
- Survey Analysis
- Subdivision Design
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $40 - $50