Lead your civil engineering career where your work shapes communities and major development projects across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll take ownership of complex site development projects, guide multidisciplinary teams, and build lasting client relationships within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re a seasoned engineer ready to lead projects, develop business, and mentor teams, this role is for you.

What you'll do

• Manage one or multiple civil site development projects for a diverse portfolio of public and private clients
• Prepare and oversee the development of construction drawings for water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure
• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure successful delivery of projects
• Lead proposal preparation and fee development efforts to support business growth
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
• Visit client offices, job sites, and consultant locations to support project execution and business development
• Oversee engineering work and ensure alignment with project objectives and company standards
• Monitor project performance using Vantagepoint, Microsoft Project, or similar tools
• Supervise, mentor, and develop engineers and technicians
• Communicate project status, risks, and solutions effectively to clients and leadership

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering design and project management
• Experience producing residential, commercial, and/or industrial site development plans
• Extensive experience managing civil site development projects in a consulting environment
• Strong understanding of civil site design, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, preferably Civil 3D
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-facing focus
• Demonstrated business development experience and client relationship management
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and mentoring teams
• Understanding of business financial metrics and project performance
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:
On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

How to apply:
Ready to design the future? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.

At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About the company

Thomas & Hutton is an engineering and planning consultancy that helps public agencies and private clients develop land and infrastructure across the Southeast. Its services include civil and environmental engineering, water and wastewater systems, transportation, structural and marine engineering, surveying, land planning, and geographic information systems. Teams evaluate sites, prepare plans, support permitting, and provide construction administration for residential, commercial, industrial, and public projects. The firm brings engineers, surveyors, planners, and design specialists together to address technical and community requirements. Founded in 1946, Thomas & Hutton is headquartered in Savannah, Georgia.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Savannah, GA

Founded

1946

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