Senior Civil Engineer – Federal Engineering and Design

Olsson

. Oversee and guide complex civil design efforts for federal projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing complex civil design efforts for federal projects, ensuring compliance with DoD, VA, and federal standards while effectively managing multidisciplinary teams and project deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseCivil 3D ProficiencyFederal Design Standards KnowledgeProject Management ExperienceExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Civil/Site DesignDesign CalculationsTechnical Specifications ReviewGrading DesignDrainage DesignUtilities DesignSite Layout DesignQA/QC ProcessesStrategic Proposal DevelopmentRFP Response Preparation

Soft Skills

MentoringTeam CoordinationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

DoD RequirementsVA RequirementsUFC ComplianceFederal ProjectsMultidisciplinary Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and guide complex civil design efforts for federal projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout
Serve as technical lead or project manager on federal assignments, driving scope, schedule, and budget alignment across multidisciplinary teams
Review and approve planning documents, design calculations, and technical specifications for compliance with UFC, DoD, and VA requirements
Mentor and support junior engineers
Lead QA/QC processes and resolve complex design challenges
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external consultants throughout project delivery
Contribute to strategic proposal development and federal RFP responses
Represent Olsson in client meetings and site visits from concept through construction
Prepare planning and design documents, perform design calculations, and maintain team and client standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Minimum 8 years of experience in civil/site design, ideally with federal clients
Proficiency in Civil 3D and other relevant design software
Deep understanding of DoD, VA, and federal design standards and processes
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering is listed under Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional communication skills and proven ability to coordinate complex projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
Professional development and tailored development paths
Supportive culture valuing teamwork
Competitive 401(k) match
Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Full-time traditional benefits package including health care, vision, dental, and paid time off
Performance-based bonus system
Work with a positive impact on communities