Entry Level Civil/ Site Engineer

VHBVHBRichmond, Virginia, United States | Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States | Williamsburg, Virginia, United States
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Posted

8/12/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$73k - $76k/year

Work style

Hybrid

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Core responsibilities

Develop site civil engineering plans and specifications for complex land development projects including grading, drainage, and utilities. Prepare necessary plans and reports to support state and local permitting requirements.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. The role requires 0-1 years of engineering experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and StormCAD.

Key skills

Site civil engineeringLand developmentGrading and drainageUtility designRoadway designPermittingAutoCADHydroCADStormCADMicrosoft OfficeCritical thinkingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About VHB

Industry

Civil Engineering

Employees

2,862

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

We are VHB. Our inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners and designers brings together our collective knowledge, technical excellence, and wide network of trusted relationships to improve mobility, enhance communities, and balance development and infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship. With a future-focused mindset, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions for a more resilient tomorrow to benefit the places where we live, work, and play.

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Job categories

EngineeringConstructionEnvironmental & SustainabilityConsultingGovernment & Public Sector

Description

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that’s shaping communities across the eastern United States? VHB’s Virginia offices are looking for a Civil/ Site Designer to join our dynamic and growing Land Development and Planning & Design team. In this role, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals across diverse disciplines, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects in size and scope. Our clients include leaders in commercial and residential development, industrial and hospitality sectors (including amusement parks), municipal and local governments, federal agencies like the National Park Service, Army Corps of Engineers, and State DOTs. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact while advancing your career with a supportive and innovative team. Explore how VHB’s Land Development team is transforming communities here: VHB Land Development. Responsibilities Work within a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of complex land development projects Civil engineering design and permitting of residential, industrial, hospitality, institutional and commercial sites including grading and drainage, utilities,roadways and parking Preparing plans and reports in support of State and local permitting Skills & Abilities Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Self-motivated with strong desire to learn and grow Thrives in a team environment Ability to think critically and creatively Qualifications BS in Civil Engineering or related field 0-1 years of engineering experience AutoCAD, HydroCAD and StormCAD experience (preferred) Competent with Microsoft Office products Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $73,000-76,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. Building what’s next, together. Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day. When you join VHB, you’ll find: Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success Support to grow your skills and lead through change Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us. VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. #LI-JD1 #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

  • Site civil engineering
  • Land development
  • Grading and drainage
  • Utility design
  • Roadway design
  • Permitting
  • AutoCAD
  • HydroCAD
  • StormCAD
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work environment
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Best-in-class benefits

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