Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – MN Custom Homes

Founded in 2011 by two Bellevue locals, MN Custom Homes has become an Eastside luxury home builder. We focus on innovative design and exceptional functionality to build thoughtful homes that inspire community. Learn more at

The Senior Civil Engineer is a principal-level position responsible for delivering the design, engineering, and documentation of civil infrastructure for luxury single-family home projects from feasibility through permit approval, and for executing the Strategic Plan for Civil Engineering  role manages a team, creates civil designs, develops documentation packages, and works with local jurisdictions during permit review. The Senior Civil Engineer partners with MN Studio (Architecture Department) and other teams to ensure high-quality homes and to contribute to design and technical excellence.

• Team Leadership
  • Leads and manages the Civil Engineering team.
  • Integrates and improves civil engineering delivery processes with peers and leaders.
  • Coordinates resource allocation and project scheduling with Architecture.
  • Coaches team members and provides continuous feedback.
  • Accounts for overall team performance, pacing, and goal achievement.
  • Serves as the primary contact for civil engineering.
  • Builds relationships with stakeholders.
  • Assists in hiring, training, coaching, and supervising staff.
• Project Ownership
  • Establishes and implements civil engineering delivery processes, tools, and standards.
  • Implements integrated site design functionality for coordination with other disciplines.
  • Acts as the Professional of Record for civil engineering document submittals to local jurisdictions.
• Technical and Design Excellence
  • Assists Feasibility and Land Acquisition teams with risk and scope evaluation.
  • Performs site development design for grading, drainage, sewer, water, erosion control, and road design.
  • Leads creation of BIM models, standards, and permit submittal documentation.
  • Uses technology-forward processes for coordination with other MN departments.
  • Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work.
  • Oversees production of technical reports, calculations, and observation reports.
• Technical and Design Standards
  • Stays current on standards and best practices and implements them.
  • Develops and maintains documentation quality and completeness standards.
  • Ensures compliance with all codes and standards.
  • Develops forms, reports, templates, and standards across civil engineering.
• Any other related duties as assigned.

• Expert knowledge of stormwater management, grading, and utility design.
• Problem-solving with creative application of technical expertise and design judgment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, able to multitask and flex in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Quick decision-making under pressure.
• Inspirational leadership and high emotional intelligence.
• Adoption of MN processes and standards.
• Consistent modeling of company values, mission, and culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Washington State Professional Civil Engineer (P.E.) registration.
• Other P.E. licenses considered favorably, especially Arizona.
• 8+ years’ post‑degree experience producing design deliverables for permit submittal.
• 4+ years’ experience with new construction single‑family residential infill developments.
• 3+ years’ experience managing and inspiring a team of Civil Engineers and Drafters.

• Computer use daily, keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer for 7+ hours per day.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on the computer.
• Open cube office, Monday‑Friday, core hours 8 a.m.‑5 p.m.

• Occasional local travel within the larger Seattle/Bellevue area.
• Valid WA State driver’s license and insurance.
• Personal vehicle use for business travel, with stipend or mileage reimbursement.

• 100% covered employee premiums for medical and dental self‑coverage
• 100%…