Job Description:
Pape-Dawson’s Atlanta office serves as a regional hub for our Georgia team, supporting clients across the Southeast with deep local insight and access to statewide resources. As a full-service civil engineering company in Atlanta, our professionals support projects from early due diligence and site feasibility through design, coordination, and permitting, working closely with teams across Georgia to deliver consistent, high-quality results.
Built on the strong foundation and local relationships established by Eberly & Associates, the Atlanta office continues a legacy of service while bringing the expanded capabilities of Pape-Dawson to the region.
Overview:
The Project Engineer leads the design and coordination of site / commercial development projects. Applies advanced civil engineering knowledge to produce site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage plans.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for civil site projects
- Develop grading, drainage, and utility designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Conduct feasibility analyses and layout studies for site optimization
- Support permitting efforts with reports, exhibits, and technical responses
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory entities
- Perform quality reviews of design deliverables
- Guide junior engineers and review their technical work
- Prepare drainage studies and utility service reports
- Manage task-level schedules and project milestones
- Attend client meetings and contribute to project planning
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development or civil site design
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with grading, utility, and drainage design standards
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development or civil site design
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with grading, utility, and drainage design standards
What We Do
Who We Are Founded in 1965, Pape-Dawson provides professional civil engineering, surveying, GIS, and environmental services for public and private clients across Texas. With 850+ staff and offices in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Tomball, Fort Worth, Dallas, New Braunfels, and Corpus Christi, we provide both our clients and our employees with a deep bench of valuable in-house resources that span a wide range of disciplines. Pape-Dawson has provided civil engineering services for many noteworthy projects in Texas including theme parks; educational campuses; healthcare facilities; transportation improvement projects; water and wastewater infrastructure projects; commercial land development projects; and thousands of residential projects. We take great pride in producing projects than not only impact quality of life, but also help generate economic opportunity within our communities. Culture and Benefits We acknowledge the value of our employees by providing an enlightened company culture that encourages personal growth and professional excellence, supported by state-of-the-art technology and frequent training opportunities. Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape-Dawson. Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities are just a few of the many events employees enjoy. In addition to fostering a culture that promotes satisfaction and success, we provide our employees with a robust benefits package including a variety of insurance plan options; a generous PTO policy; impressive 401(k) match program; education and gym reimbursements; and flexible and remote work opportunities.
