CIVIL PROJECT ENGINEER

Description

The Project Engineer technically leads a staff which may include a project staff engineer and/or CAD Designer, while the entire team reports to a Project Manager. Position requires working independently to plan, execute, and oversee engineering tasks in order to complete a project.

Responsibilities:

•\tPrepares engineering analysis, design, calculations, and reports for a portion or all of a project for review by a Project Manager.

•\tDesigns grading and drainage for site improvements.

•\tDesigns utility piping systems, involving sanitary, water main, fire protection, and storm drainage.

•\tPerforms hydrology and hydraulic calculations for gravity and pressure piping systems and above ground conveyances.

•\tWorks with dynamic design teams including landscape architects, land use planners, attorneys, owners, and facility managers.

•\tPrepares project drawings, calculations, and specifications.

•\tAssists in the preparation of proposals and fee estimates for potential projects of limited scope and complexity.

•\tPerforms construction assistance related tasks including responding to RFI (Request for Information), visiting job sites, reviewing submittals, and coordinating with design team for revisions.

•\tDevelops and presents project-specific or technical presentations to clients, technical organizations, and in-house staff.

•\tMentors staff engineers.

•\tPrepares plan reviews, permit applications, analyzes zoning ordinances, and evaluates land use.

•\tAttends and participates in public meetings related to projects such as planning, commission and city council meetings.

•\tStays current on legal and industry regulations.

•\tPerforms other duties as assigned.

Location can be Washington Twp, Auburn Hills, or Brighton, MI.

Skills

Civil engineering, Autocad, Land development, Civil 3d, Stormwater, Project Engineering, Drainage, Grading, eit

Top Skills Details

Civil engineering,Autocad,Land development

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications:

•\tBachelor’s Civil Engineering or equivalent

•\t5+ years of engineering experience showing progressively increasing responsibility (this can include internships)

•\tIn-depth experience using AutoCAD for land development applications

•\tCivil 3D

•\tWorking knowledge of typical computer software programs used for civil engineering design and management (Microsoft Office, etc.)

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brighton, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brighton,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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