Community Development Civil Project Engineer

Stantec

Community Development Civil Project Engineer working on various projects across the western US. Responsible for preparing civil engineering design documents, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring project quality.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timePasadena • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $126,400 - $189,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the technical lead for preparing civil engineering design documents
Prepare and revise documentation from feasibility analysis to construction closeout
Coordinate with geomatics team for accurate record data
Prepare concept design alternatives
Prepare three-dimensional models of civil systems
Participate in coordination meetings with team members and external consultants
Prepare construction quantity estimates and basic opinion of cost analysis
Assist in developing and managing project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule
Lead preparation and coordination of project specifications and construction documents
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on projects
Process project documentation to approval and permit availability
Work with team to prioritize workload and schedule on multiple projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer
Minimum 8 years of experience
Experience with land development projects in location area county markets
Knowledge of agency and industry applicable codes
General understanding of project document production phases
Strong knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
Ability to discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
Excellent time-management skills
Understanding of task assignment and schedule
Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness
Ability to participate in project team setting and engage in creative and critical thought
Mentor and lead other design team members
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software (AutoCAD Civil3D, hydrology and hydraulic programs)
Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays each year
Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave in accordance with state and local law

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Hard Skills & Tools

Civil Systems Means and MethodsConstruction Quantity EstimatesFeasibility AnalysisThree-Dimensional ModelingProject Document ProductionCost AnalysisTask AssignmentProject Scope ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule Management

Soft Skills

Time-ManagementMentoringCreative and Critical ThoughtTeam CollaborationClient Communication

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer