Project Engineer, Site-Civil

Civil Engineer

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a Civil Engineer for our Atlanta office to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects with a strong focus on site design. This role involves both hands-on work in site layout, yard piping systems, grading, paving, roadways, and stormwater infrastructure, as well as managing various stages of project development, from conceptual design to construction support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop site layout plans including yard piping, roadways, grading, stormwater systems, and paving for water/wastewater projects.
• Lead conceptual and preliminary design efforts, including field visits, data collection, alternatives analysis, and technical reporting.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and contribute to hydraulic modeling tasks.
• Coordinate with regulatory officials as well as in-house design disciplines (Process, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, Architectural, etc.) and other offices/regions to ensure site design and permitting incorporates all necessary aspects of project.
• Coordinate work with sub-consultants and ensure design integration.
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, and design deliverables.
• Provide construction-phase support by reviewing contractor submittals, responding to RFIs, and performing field inspections.
• Lead site reconnaissance and field investigations.
• Occasional local and regional travel required.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in the design and regulatory permitting of site plans, stormwater collection systems, and erosion control.
• Bachelor of Science in civil, environmental, or biosystems engineering.
• Professional Engineering license.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Technical proficiency in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and leading CAD teams for the design of site layout, grading, drainage, and yard piping.
• Proficient in all computer software typically used (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
• Able to easily move around active construction site safely and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in site/civil design and permitting for water and wastewater treatment plants and conveyance projects.
• Familiarity with site survey practices, shop drawing review, and construction administration / field inspections.
• Experience or familiarity with Revit/BIM, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software, and Autodesk Vehicle Tracking.
• Knowledge of local utility codes and permitting procedures.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
• Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location