Civil Project Engineer

The Civil Project Engineer plays a crucial role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed project phases. This position requires independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. The engineer will supervise project team personnel, maintain client relationships, and ensure the professional advancement of team members.

• Possess general knowledge of other disciplines involved in multi-disciplined projects.
• Demonstrate sufficient professional experience to ensure competence as a fully trained engineer.
• Prepare construction plans, estimates, specifications, and bid documents for local municipalities according to applicable agency standards.
• Develop proposal estimates of time and cost required to complete a project.
• Assist in presenting proposals to clients and selecting a project team.
• Collaborate with clients on major project design decisions such as setbacks, roadway locations, storm drains, sewer, and utility routes.
• Assign duties to the project team, answer their questions, and monitor their progress.
• Check the accuracy of completed work.
• Maintain a close relationship with the client throughout project development, assist in contractor selection, and continue client contact after project completion.
• Monitor construction and review and recommend change orders.
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of assigned projects.
• Support various municipal projects primarily within Oakland and Macomb counties, focusing on design, engineering, construction, contractor communication, and grant applications.
• Mentor and guide graduate-level engineers as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in Civil Design, Civil Construction, and/or Civil Project Engineering roles.
• Experience in municipal and/or government civil design/construction projects, with openness to other areas such as Land Development, Transportation, W/WW, or other civil types of projects.
• PE license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
• Proficiency in CAD.

• 10 years of experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Sewer/Water/Storm Computational Methods.
• Experience with Trenchless Design.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and/or Civil 3D design.
• Project management experience.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with some flexibility. The position offers one day of remote work after an initial 30-90 day training period. The environment is team and family-oriented, promoting a strong work-life balance with generous PTO starting on day one. Benefits include a comprehensive package with affordable Medical, Dental & Vision plans, a 401k with employer-matched contributions, Life Insurance, Disability Income, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program. The atmosphere is collaborative, challenging, and filled with forward-thinking team members.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bloomfield Hills, MI.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $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)

This is a hybrid position in Bloomfield Hills,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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Salary : $42 - $50