Lead Civil Site Engineer

Leidos is seeking a Lead Civil Site Engineer to lead civil infrastructure design for high-voltage utility projects, working with multidisciplinary teams and engaging in client interactions. The role offers opportunities for career growth, technical development, and leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews across site layout, grading & drainage, stormwater modeling & design, erosion & sediment control, access road, utility coordination & design, retaining wall layout & design.
• Drive quality assurance for civil components of substation projects, ensuring safety and performance standards.
• Collaborate with other technical disciplines for complex multidisciplinary projects. Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
• Represent Leidos in client-facing engagements such as kick-off meetings, lunch-and-learns, and industry events.
• Conduct site visits to projects including new developments, substation facilities, transmission lines, and more, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution.
• Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project.
• Participate in coaching, guiding, and reviewing work of less experienced team members, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 7 years of directly applicable civil-site design experience.
• Proven Experience as an engineer of record or lead engineer on projects performing QC reviews.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D software (preferred) and/or MicroStation OpenSite Designer software.
• Experience with Hydraflow and various other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling & design programs.
• Ability to execute projects and handle client interaction successfully with limited supervision.
• Experience with high-voltage substation projects is highly preferred.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, and other general software tools.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills.

Benefits

• Career development and growth opportunities including PMP certification, leadership training, mentorship programs, professional development resources, and technical upskilling programs.

Additional Information

• The pay range for this job is $92,300.00 - $166,850.00.
• This position is based in the US and may require up to 20% travel.
• Leidos is a leading provider of energy delivery solutions, ranked among the top T&D and Power firms by ENR.