Senior Project Engineer ( Full-Time ) San Diego, CA - DK

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead and manage civil engineering and land development projects from planning through construction completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, scopes of work, and fee proposals.
• Oversee preparation of construction bid packages, specifications, and contract documents.
• Coordinate construction support activities, field observations, and project execution.
• Conduct conceptual and preliminary engineering studies, including land use evaluations, infrastructure planning, zoning analysis, and site feasibility assessments.
• Prepare and oversee regulatory plans, public improvement plans, and private off-site improvement plans.
• Perform constructability reviews and provide engineering support throughout construction.

Client & Agency Coordination:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, consultants, public agencies, and internal project teams.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to obtain project approvals and ensure compliance with California jurisdictional requirements.
• Represent the company during client meetings, agency coordination meetings, and project presentations.
• Negotiate effectively with clients, consultants, and public agencies while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Leadership & Business Development:

• Mentor, supervise, and develop junior engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, training, and performance development initiatives.
• Support business development efforts by preparing proposals, participating in client presentations, and identifying new project opportunities.
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term organizational growth initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE).
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering experience (or equivalent industry experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading engineering teams and supervising technical staff.
• Strong experience managing land development projects from planning through construction.
• Comprehensive knowledge of California permitting processes, engineering standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client relationship management and business development experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience managing land development projects within San Diego County or Southern California.
• Established relationships with local municipalities, public agencies, and private developers.
• Active participation in professional engineering organizations.
• Experience preparing proposals, fee estimates, and supporting business development initiatives.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of land development design principles and engineering standards.
• Experience preparing:
  • Public Improvement Plans
  • Grading Plans
  • Utility Plans
  • Storm Drain Systems
  • Construction Documents
  • Regulatory and entitlement packages
• Knowledge of construction support, field coordination, and constructability reviews.
• Strong understanding of CAD applications for engineering design and project documentation.

Core Competencies

Technical:

• Land Development Engineering
• Civil Engineering Design
• Project Planning & Execution
• Infrastructure Planning
• Regulatory Compliance
• Construction Support
• Budget & Schedule Management

Professional:

• Leadership & Team Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Communication & Negotiation
• Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 

Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No
Compensation
Base Salary - USD $160,000 to $180,000