Senior 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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence. In the role of Senior Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to: Lead design and plan production for site civil engineering projects, including site layouts, grading, drainage, paving, site utilities, and horizontal and vertical controlServe as Engineer of Record and technical lead for complex site development projects, applying advanced engineering judgment and expertise to develop innovative and practical solutionsPrepare, review, and oversee engineering plans, technical specifications, contract documents, cost estimates, and quantity calculationsLead permitting efforts and coordinate with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and jurisdictional authoritiesCoordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality projects that meet client objectivesPerform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and proceduresServe as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity as neededPlan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as neededPlan, organize and supervise work of a medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as neededServe as a Project Manager on larger projects, although project management is not the sole focus of this positionMentor and develop junior engineers and design staff through technical guidance, quality reviews, training, and professional development supportConduct quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company and industry standardProvide engineering support during construction, including review of shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and site visitsCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop project strategies and deliver integrated, client-focused solutionsTravel periodically within the region and nationally to support project pursuits, client meetings, site investigations, construction observations, and project execution activitiesPerform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Advance understanding across the full spectrum of site civil design including site selection, due diligence, master planning, site design; including demolition plans, grading, drainage design, stormwater management, utility design, and civil detailsExperience with mission critical, water, healthcare, commercial, industrial, or federal site development projectsProficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as Hydraflow, PCSWMM, PondPack, HydroCAD, Bentley StormCAD, or similar softwareKnowledge of local, state, and federal permitting requirements and regulatory processesProficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, including grading, drainage, utility, corridor, and earthwork designEstablished relationships with clients, agencies, and industry organizations within the regionExperience with Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam Revu, Google communication products, and other document control platformsFamiliarity with emerging technologies and industry trends, including BIM, digital delivery, civil design automation, and artificial intelligence applications for engineering workflowsPrevious experience with an engineering consulting firm desired Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree A minimum of 10 years design experience managing various civil/site design projects Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.Project Engineering and Project Management experience An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe 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. Primary Location:United States-Missouri-Kansas City Other Locations:United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Missouri-Springfield Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Building Site Civil Job Posting:Jul 31, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.