Senior Project Engineer - Civil/Environmental

What we are looking for

SCS Engineers is looking for a Senior Environmental/Civil Engineer for our Orlando office to work on various civil, solid waste and environmental related projects. You will prepare engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications and serve as the Engineer of Record on projects for public and private clients primarily in the Central and South Florida market. Responsibilities include engineering design, client communications, and staff coordination and development. Project responsibility will have a primary focus on stormwater and other development projects, with some future opportunities on solid waste management projects, including landfill gas, landfills and landfill infrastructure, which all may require design, engineering, permitting, construction, and operations support. This position may have the option for hybrid flexibility but is expected to be in our Orlando office.

 

At SCS, our workplace culture is guided by three core principles: trust, care, and grow. We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Orlando team—an opportunity designed for those continuing their careers and looking to further develop their skills through hands-on fieldwork, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.

How you can make an impact

• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications related to paving, grading, and drainage design.
• Write and prepare technical reports and proposals.
• Act as a client liaison by communicating with clients regarding field work coordination, project updates, reporting, design document status, permitting status, and meetings.
• Lead permit processing and regulatory agency coordination efforts.
• Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.
• Serve as the primary lead and point of contact for smaller-scope projects.
• Prepare proposals and associated cost estimates.
• Delegate portions of project deliverables to staff for completion.
• Coordinate and manage field work associated with projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage junior-level staff.
• Attend trade shows, present on technical topics, and participate in professional associations and committees.
• Lead or actively participate in client prospecting and the development and execution of client plans, sales plans, and key opportunity plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering required.

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant environmental engineering experience required.

• Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (preferably Civil Engineering) required, or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.

Pay Range

USD $96,475.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com #LI-HYBRID #LI-JM1