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Central Business Solutions, Inc lists this Senior Project Engineer ( Full-Time ) San Diego, CA - DK opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
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 ManagementBusiness Development
Strategic Planning
Communication & Negotiation
Problem Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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