Senior Project Engineer

Description

• Oversee and prepare of WQMPs, SWPPPs, and technical reports for land development and public works projects.
• Participate in RFP responses, cost estimating, and design process improvements to enhance project quality and efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and team members to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, reviewing work and providing technical guidance.
• Review agency comments, incorporate feedback into project drawings, and ensure compliance with design standards, codes, and client expectations.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes, and work plans, coordinating with project teams and stakeholders.
• Lead the design and preparation of grading, street improvements, utilities (storm drains, sewers, water lines), and underground infrastructure plans.
• Develop solutions to complex drainage, site layouts, and utility coordination challenges.

Requirements

This position is open to candidates located near any of our four Southern California offices: Irvine, Corona, Murrieta, or San Marcos.

We regret that relocation assistance is not available and that we are unable to consider applicants residing outside of the Southern California area.

KWC Engineers is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Land Development Senior Project Engineer (PE) to lead the design and production of residential, commercial, and public works land development projects. The ideal candidate will take projects from conceptual design through final punch-out with minimal supervision, provide technical leadership, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with design standards, codes, and agency requirements. This position offers an annual compensation range of $120,000 – $145,000, depending on licensure and experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for this position. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this role.

• Strong technical expertise in engineering concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Experience in preparing technical reports and studies associated with land development projects for public agencies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with proficiency in report writing.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team, depending on the assigned task.
• Experience in preparing infrastructure improvement plans for residential, commercial, and public works projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to guide junior engineers and designers.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in residential land development and/or public works design.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Working knowledge of utilities, drainage, permitting, and site development practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, H2OMap Sewer, and Water.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in the interpretation of policies and execution of projects.

Benefits

KWC Engineers offers a robust total reward package, including 100% employer paid health coverage for employees, vision, dental, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and competitive PTO. We are a family-first organization and allow a flexible, hybrid work schedule to accommodate personal time. Our benefits package is always changing to find special ways to support and care for our Team.

To support career growth and leadership development, KWC encourages employees to work in-person at one of our office locations while also offering a Hybrid work environment. Our employees can collaborate and contribute to the KWC team from any of our office locations.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance