Site Civil Engineer

HDR

Madison, WI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$78,000–$112,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Architectural Services, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Contract Creation, Contract Requirements, Cost Estimates, Diversity, Engineering, Government Standards, Leadership, Licensing, Local Government, Microsoft Office, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Purchasing/Procurement, Sales Closing Skills, Stormwater Management, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Madison, WI
POSTED
Today
Site Civil Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

  • Design and plan production for a wide variety of civil engineering projects including the development of site plan layouts, grading and drainage plans, site paving plans, site utility design, and associated civil engineering activities
  • Prepare stormwater management designs, calculations, and reports to meet local government agency standards
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architectural project leads
  • Assist with the preparation of specifications and contract documents
  • Assist project teams with the procurement of site development related approvals and permits
  • Prepare quantity take-off calculations and cost estimates, if required
  • Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience, specifically focused on civil-site designs
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications, AutoCad, Civil 3D, HydroCad, and other civil engineering software as appropriate

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Previous experience in general civil engineering
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $78,000 - $112,000

Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Other Locations: United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Building Site Civil

Job Posting: Feb 25, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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