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Senior Civil Engineer

Actalent
Poway, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to oversee and lead projects focused on roads, site development, grading, pavement, stormwater, water distribution, and sanitary sewer collection systems. Projects range in value from $2M to $250M and include both public and private sector initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage civil engineering projects from conception through completion.
  • Oversee design and development for roads, grading, stormwater, and utility systems.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Prepare and review stormwater reports and ensure effective drainage solutions.
  • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams for project success.
  • Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D for project design and documentation.
Essential Skills
  • Civil engineering expertise with 10 years of experience in design and project management.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering; a Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Licensing as a Civil Professional Engineer in the State of California.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with federal/DoD projects and public projects in California is preferred.
  • Strong project management and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Work Environment

This position is based primarily in an office setting for five days a week, with hybrid flexibility potentially available after three months. Employees are part of an employee-owned company, with generous benefits including 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, PTO, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Additional perks include a Health Savings Account with employer contribution, company-paid life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $68.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 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 : $63 - $68

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