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Stantec

Civil Engineer, PE

Stantec

. Work independently on smaller projects and as a team member on larger projects .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeKnoxville • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Civil Engineering with a focus on project management, structural reliability analysis, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in engineering design, project documentation, and team leadership within multidisciplinary project environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Licensed Professional EngineerCivil Engineering DegreeAutoCAD Civil3D ProficiencyProject Management ExperienceStructural Reliability Analysis

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Hard Skills
Engineering DesignProject Document ProductionCost EstimatingQuality AssuranceField Work CoordinationStorm Water/Drainage DesignGrading Plans PreparationErosion and Sediment ControlSurvey UnderstandingGeotechnical Considerations
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipExcellent Communication SkillsProblem SolvingCollaborationPresentation Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelArcGISHEC-HMSHEC-RASPCSWMM/XPSWMM
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed Professional EngineerMaster's Degree (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Civil Systems Means and MethodsConstruction Contract DocumentsRegulatory ComplianceProject Permitting ProcessesCodes and Legal Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Work independently on smaller projects and as a team member on larger projects
  • Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for projects
  • Perform calculations, field work, and coordination of tasks and personnel
  • Analyze proposed projects for structural reliability, resource efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
  • Work on multiple projects and projects of average complexity and size
  • Serve as Engineer-of-Record when required
  • Perform or lead complex engineering design tasks under the Project Technical Lead or Project Manager
  • Prepare engineering drawings, reports, presentations, and applications to regulatory or funding agencies
  • Develop designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats
  • Prepare and revise site plans, utility plans/profiles, grading plans, cross sections, diagrams, and details
  • Lead project coordination meetings with internal teams, consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Participate in client requirement meetings, value analysis, and cost estimating
  • Participate in project permitting processes and meetings with relevant stakeholders
  • Manage and lead team members, complete tasks, and delegate project tasks
  • Assist senior engineers/designers with project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule
  • Lead preparation and coordination of project specifications with construction documents
  • Prepare construction contract documents, including engineering drawings and specifications
  • Participate in constructability reviews
  • Conduct quality assurance and quality control on assigned projects
  • Assist in developing new discipline standards and specifications
  • Prepare portions of project proposals, change orders, and client communications
  • Support construction services, including submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, and contract document clarifications

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Understanding of gravity and pressure systems, geotechnical considerations, survey, storm water/drainage design, road design, erosion and sediment control, and grading
  • Understanding of task assignment, scheduling, budgeting, and efficient use of time and resources
  • Ability to discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
  • Understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions
  • Understanding of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
  • Knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD Civil3D, ArcGIS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM/XPSWMM or other modeling software
  • Ability to solve complex problems using professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
  • Ability to check work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
  • Ability to collaborate in a project team setting
  • Team leadership skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong presentation and interview skills are preferred
  • Master’s degree is preferred
  • Ability to work in a typical office environment and perform field work, including exposure to inclement weather

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Wellness program
  • Health savings accounts
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Short-term/long-term disability plans
  • Emergency travel benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional membership fee coverage
  • Paid family leave
  • Ten paid holidays per calendar year
  • Vacation accrual of 10 to 20 days per year
  • Paid sick leave
  • Temporary/casual employees: 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law
  • Some roles may be bonus eligible