Civil Design Engineer

Civil Design Engineer (Educational Design Focus)

Location: Lexington, KY Area (Hybrid / Field-based)

Compensation: $95,000 – $105,000 Travel Reimbursement

Job Type: Full-Time, Confidential Search

About the Opportunity

Our client is a premier design and development firm specializing in the creation of innovative educational environments for K-12 and Higher Education. They are a collaborative team of innovators devoted to understanding and meeting the needs of students and educators alike.

Driven by the belief that education has the power to change the world, they are seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their talented team in Kentucky. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to make a tangible impact on the future of local communities.

The Role

This position involves a comprehensive range of site development tasks, including layout and design, grading, and construction administration. You will work closely with architects and planners to deliver high-quality site solutions that are functional, sustainable, and safe for educational use.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Design & Planning: Coordinate with architects and educational planners to design site layouts, grading plans, vehicular access, parking, and athletic fields.
• Assessments: Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new and existing educational facilities.
• Compliance: Ensure all designs meet local building codes, ADA standards, and specific educational facility regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed civil engineering drawings, technical specifications, and accurate cost estimates.
• Sustainability: Integrate sustainable design principles, including advanced stormwater management and green infrastructure.
• Construction Support: Provide construction administration, responding to RFIs and resolving field issues during the school construction phase.
• Technical Execution: Utilize CAD and BIM tools to produce and revise high-level engineering documentation.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a specific focus on educational or institutional projects.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license or a Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Communication: Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to interface effectively with public sector clients and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Travel: Ability to travel to various project sites across the Lexington/Kentucky area as needed (travel costs are covered).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 (Flexible based on experience and PE licensure).
• Travel: Full reimbursement for travel costs associated with site visits.
• Culture: A collaborative, mission-driven environment where innovation is encouraged.

Confidentiality Note: This is a confidential search. To protect the privacy of our client, their identity will be disclosed to qualified candidates during the initial introduction call.