Site Civil Engineer

HDR · New Orleans, LA · 3 wk ago

On-siteConsultingFull-time

About the role

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 Site Civil Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of civil engineering scope of work and budgets for proposals.
Serve as the Engineer of Record on non-complex projects.
Coordinate with internal and external resources to complete all due diligence research and documentation.
Develop concept site layouts compliant with Jurisdictional requirements.
Congnorate Jurisdictional Authority to determine design and submittal requirements and coordinate design solutions to comply.
Attend and contribute to client meetings.
Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects through schematic and construction design processes, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, details, and associated civil engineering activities.
Help prepare site civil engineering calculations in support of the site development (stormwater pond sizing, culvert and pipe capacity analysis, hydrology calcs, etc).
Prepare specifications and contract documents.
Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed.
Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position.
Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
Be independent in your pursuit for information.
Manage your time and organization of multiple tasks/projects.
Communicate effectively with managers and team members.
Mentor junior staff and delegate appropriately.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years experience in general civil engineering.
Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in general civil engineering.
Professional Engineering (PE or P.Eng) license.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.

Benefits

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.

Pay

The compensation for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time.

Employee Status

Regular.

Business Class

Building.

Primary Location

United States-Louisiana-Lafayette

Other Locations

United States-Louisiana-Baton Rouge
United States-Louisiana-Metairie
United States-Louisiana-New Orleans

Industry

Building Engineering

Job Posting

Jun 22, 2026

What We Believe

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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.