Senior Civil Engineer (Bay Area, California)

Talisman Advisory Partners4 months ago
California
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Our client, a respected, multi-discipline engineering firm is seeking a Civil Engineer with 7–12 years of experience to join its collaborative Bay Area team. This role offers a strong mix of design, client interaction, and project delivery across the full lifecycle, from feasibility through construction.

The Role

You will contribute to a variety of site development projects, balancing technical design, permitting, and construction support with client engagement and proposal development. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values professional growth, industry involvement, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver civil design solutions across site development projects
  • Support permitting, construction administration, and technical studies
  • Prepare grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility plans
  • Contribute to project scoping and proposal development
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams and external clients

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering
  • EIT certification required; PE preferred
  • 7–12 years of experience in civil design, permitting, and construction support
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Experience with hydrology and hydraulics calculations

Key Strengths

  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a drive to learn and grow

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: $97K–$140K (DOE)
  • Paid overtime
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • 401k with employer match

Environment

  • Tight-knit, supportive team culture
  • Emphasis on professional development and industry engagement
  • Balanced approach to workload and personal well-being

This is a strong opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to expand their impact within a well-rounded, people-focused engineering environment.

Required Skills

Stormwater Management
Client Engagement
Drainage Plans
Team Collaboration
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Site Development
Project Scoping
Grading Plans
Problem Solving
Hydrology Calculations
Utility Plans
Permitting
Civil Engineering
Strong Communication
Construction Administration
Hydraulics Calculations
Proposal Development
Critical Thinking