What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Site Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager position at DOWL?
Why DOWL?
DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.
Site Design
At DOWL, you'll be part of a team that delivers a full spectrum of civil engineering services to both public and private clients making a meaningful impact on communities and infrastructure across the region. We take pride in our ability to solve complex planning, environmental, and design challenges, navigate funding and permitting hurdles, and guide projects from concept through construction with precision and care. Our strong reputation is built on a commitment to quality and the personal attention we bring to every project. If you're passionate about creating practical, lasting solutions and want to grow with a company that values both technical excellence and client relationships, we invite you to join us.
Summary
DOWL is looking for a seasoned Lead Civil Engineer to join our Reno office as a Project Manager and team leader. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy mentoring junior staff, and have experience navigating local agency permitting and development standards, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level. You'll lead multi-disciplinary teams through planning, design, permitting, and construction, while also playing a key role in business development and client engagement. The Civil Project Engineer/Manager is responsible for performing complicated calculations and comprehensive design services for a variety of complex civil engineering and site development projects with no oversight. This position affords you the opportunity to gain experience and advance professionally, serving as a project manager, lead civil engineer, mentor for junior team members, and participant in the development of business and project opportunities. You’ll also enjoy engagement with other senior team members/management in the office and throughout our company.
This position offers a path for professional growth, with opportunities to shape projects, influence team culture, and contribute to company-wide success. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment built on the foundation of engineering excellence. If you’re ready to lead impactful civil projects and grow with a company that values both technical expertise and people-first leadership, we want to hear from you.
Must be proficient with….
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.
Site Design
At DOWL, you'll be part of a team that delivers a full spectrum of civil engineering services to both public and private clients making a meaningful impact on communities and infrastructure across the region. We take pride in our ability to solve complex planning, environmental, and design challenges, navigate funding and permitting hurdles, and guide projects from concept through construction with precision and care. Our strong reputation is built on a commitment to quality and the personal attention we bring to every project. If you're passionate about creating practical, lasting solutions and want to grow with a company that values both technical excellence and client relationships, we invite you to join us.
Summary
DOWL is looking for a seasoned Lead Civil Engineer to join our Reno office as a Project Manager and team leader. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy mentoring junior staff, and have experience navigating local agency permitting and development standards, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level. You'll lead multi-disciplinary teams through planning, design, permitting, and construction, while also playing a key role in business development and client engagement. The Civil Project Engineer/Manager is responsible for performing complicated calculations and comprehensive design services for a variety of complex civil engineering and site development projects with no oversight. This position affords you the opportunity to gain experience and advance professionally, serving as a project manager, lead civil engineer, mentor for junior team members, and participant in the development of business and project opportunities. You’ll also enjoy engagement with other senior team members/management in the office and throughout our company.
This position offers a path for professional growth, with opportunities to shape projects, influence team culture, and contribute to company-wide success. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment built on the foundation of engineering excellence. If you’re ready to lead impactful civil projects and grow with a company that values both technical expertise and people-first leadership, we want to hear from you.
Must be proficient with….
- The usual office and site civil design software (e.g., MS Office, AutoCAD).
- Preparation of SD, DD and Construction Documents and permit applications. Project Specifications experience is a bonus.
- Project budgeting, scheduling, workflow, communications. QA/QC experience is a bonus.
- Client management and communications. Proposal development is a bonus.
- PE registration in Nevada, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
- Minimum 8 years of experience, demonstrating a successful progression of responsibilities.
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited higher education institution.
- Three (3) professional references and examples of prior completed work product.
- Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
