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Senior Civil Engineer - Federal

Job in Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23450, USA
Listing for: Clark Nexsen
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Water Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients-while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Clark Nexsen is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer II. A Senior Civil Engineer II will be responsible for performing and directing civil engineering duties on multi-discipline building design projects of moderate to large scope, as well as projects that involve only civil engineering. Federal project experience-specifically NAFAC and DOD work-is highly desirable.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following
  • Performing civil engineering duties as a Senior Civil Engineer including analysis and design involving utilities, roadways, site grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and site plan preparation.
  • Supervising and directing the work of Civil Engineers and EI/EITs assigned to the project.
  • Coordination with other design disciplines; managing the production of contract documents; and satisfying project budget and schedule requirements.
  • Concurrently leading several projects of moderate complexity and scope when required by schedule and/or resource constraints.
  • Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of services.
  • Managing the Civil portion of multi-discipline projects and working with assigned Project Managers to meet project budget, schedule, goals, and objectives.
  • Coordinating, supervising, and communicating all aspects of the Civil design within multi-discipline teams to ensure that civil design details integrate properly with all other disciplines.
  • Communicating with the Contractor on Design-Build projects to verify suitability of systems and materials selected.
  • Managing and supervising Civil support services associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments and opening and tabulating bids.
  • Managing and supervising Civil support services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings.
  • Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures.
  • Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Managing Principals, Project Managers, Design Managers, Operations Directors, and senior management.
  • Assisting in presenting projects to clients, contractors, project team members, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, and members of the public through all stages of the project.
  • Actively supporting Company marketing and business development activities.
  • Establishing and maintaining positive client relationships.
  • Providing technical guidance to Civil staff.
  • Mentoring and monitoring the professional development of Civil staff.
  • Assisting Department Director and Department Head in developing new and/or revised processes and procedures.
  • Representing the Department Head (DH) when the DH is unavailable.
  • Leading staff training sessions.
  • Providing input to Department Head on staff annual performance reviews.
Qualifications
  • Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one U.S. state, preferably in the local jurisdiction.
  • NCEES record preferred for reciprocal licensure.
  • Understanding of sustainable design principles; LEED AP preferred.
  • Additional certifications (e.g., CFM, CDT, CCS, or CCCA) encouraged.
  • Active involvement in professional organizations like NSPE or ASCE is desirable.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective presentation skills.
  • Proactive and collaborative attitude with a commitment to quality service and continuous professional growth.
  • Ability to mentor junior staff and lead by example.
Education and Experience
  • Graduation from an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
    • Civil Engineering
    • Civil and Environmental Engineering
    • Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering
    • Civil Engineering Technology
  • A post-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or a related field may be given additional consideration
  • A Senior Civil Engineer should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management. Additional consideration may be given for experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling programs such as PCSWMM, Pond Pack, and SewerGEMS
  • Familiarity with design and production software to the point of understanding capabilities and limitations is highly desirable
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressive civil engineering design experience in a leadership role within a Civil or multi-discipline A/E firm
  • Proven experience working on federal projects, especially for NAFAC and DOD clients is required
  • Experience as a lead designer or civil engineer in federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, or higher education projects, plus experience with Design/Build and CM-at-Risk project delivery methods, is desirable
Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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