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Project Engineer

Colliers Engineering & Design
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer to work in our Houston, TX office.

Responsibilities

  • Perform municipal engineering tasks, including the design of capital improvement projects.
  • Prepare construction plans, technical specifications, public bid documents, construction cost estimates, and associated construction documents.
  • Evaluate public works issues for municipalities and develop engineering recommendations or solutions as needed.
  • Address and resolve resident inquiries and complaints related to municipal engineering matters.
  • Manage capital improvement project tasks, including monitoring schedules, budgets, and compliance with project deadlines.
  • Review state regulations, municipal ordinances, and applicable agency requirements to determine land development limitations and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct site investigations and due diligence, including utility research and review of relevant ordinances and technical information.
  • Design stormwater management systems and ensure compliance with county, soil conservation district, and state regulations.
  • Prepare grading designs and perform earthwork analysis to support site development and ensure safe and feasible design slopes.
  • Design utility systems, including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer, water distribution, and park/recreation infrastructure; identify and resolve horizontal and vertical utility conflicts.
  • Develop soil erosion and sediment control plans, including best management practices (BMPs), swale design, and construction sequencing.
  • Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and supporting documentation required for municipal and regulatory review.
  • Coordinate with clients, municipal officials, contractors, and multidisciplinary team members throughout project development and implementation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field
  • Texas PE license
  • Req. 2 y. exp. as a Civil Engineer working on municipal projects, as well as the following:
  • 2 y. exp. using AutoCAD for drafting, design preparation, and technical detailing.
  • 2 y. exp. using Civil 3D for civil design, modeling, grading, and plan production.
  • 2 y. exp. performing engineering calculations, analyses, and design evaluations.
  • 2 y. exp. preparing construction documents, technical drawings, and design reports.
  • 2 y. exp. interpreting survey data, topographic information, and site constraints.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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