Full-Time
Senior Civil Engineer
Coffman Engineers
501-1,000 employees
Multidisciplinary engineering and project management firm
Compensation Overview
$100k - $140k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
San Diego, CA, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work schedule; exact in-office days are not specified.
Bachelor's
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- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer registration required
- Registration in California preferred
- Minimum of 8-12 years of professional land development experience in the design of life sciences, commercial, office, higher education, mixed-use, residential, healthcare, municipal, and/or Federal projects including: Managing multiple, concurrent projects; Leading design team efforts; Successfully managing project budgets and schedules; Interfacing with a multi-discipline design team; Mentoring junior staff; Client management
- Technical experience with hydrologic and hydraulic calculations, technical studies, mapping documents, preparation and processing of civil construction documents, and earthwork calculations
- Stormwater experience in San Diego County preferred
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Specification preparation experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to foster long term client relationships
- Excellent time management skills
- San Diego experience and relationships a plus
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship
- No paid interview travel or relocation expenses are offered for this position.
- Apply engineering skills to a variety of challenging projects from project entitlements and preliminary design through construction documents and construction administration
- Manage multiple, concurrent projects
- Lead design team efforts
- Mentor junior staff
- Interface with a multi-discipline design team
- Manage project budgets and schedules
- Client management
- Prepare and process civil construction documents and earthwork calculations
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculations and technical studies
- Develop mapping documents
- Coordinate specification preparation where applicable
- Support stormwater related work related to San Diego County where relevant
- Registration in California preferred
- Stormwater experience in San Diego County preferred
- Specification preparation experience preferred
- San Diego experience and relationships a plus
Coffman Engineers provides engineering consulting services as both prime and sub-consultant on projects of all sizes across commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management sectors. Its teams bring together multiple disciplines—civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, process piping, instrumentation and controls, corrosion control, project management, commissioning, and land surveying—to create integrated, multi-disciplinary project teams.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Seattle, Washington
Founded
1979
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 transitions in Atlanta, Honolulu, and San Diego preserve operating continuity.
- April 2026 added six shareholders and twelve Associates, deepening ownership retention.
- The 2026 Duluth office and AB 205 content signal continued geographic and technical expansion.
What critics are saying
- Three office leadership changes in 2026 strain client continuity and accountability.
- Federal revenue depends on USACE and DoD awards that stall after procurement cycles.
- A principal exodus would collapse Coffman’s partnership model and damage regional trust.
What makes Coffman Engineers unique
- 23 offices and 900 employees deliver multidisciplinary civil-to-fire protection coverage.
- Coffman promotes leaders internally, preserving local client relationships across Atlanta, Honolulu, and San Diego.
- Dedicated federal, energy, and Pacific leaders sharpen focus versus generalist engineering firms.
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401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Company News
Coffman Engineers announces General Manager transition for Atlanta office. Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 Coffman Engineers, Inc. (Coffman), a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm, announced that Mike Ernst, PE, has been named General Manager of the firm's Atlanta office. Ernst assumed the role on July 1, 2026, succeeding Eric Apolenis, PE, Senior Vice President and Southeast Regional Manager. Most recently, Ernst served as Atlanta Operations Manager and Fire Protection Engineering Discipline Manager. He joined the Atlanta office during its early years and has helped expand the firm's fire protection and fire forensics capabilities across the Southeast. This leadership transition supports Coffman's continued investment in the Southeast. As Ernst assumes responsibility for the Atlanta office, Apolenis will devote more attention to regional growth and emerging opportunities. "I've seen firsthand Mike's commitment to our team, our clients, and the quality of our work," said Apolenis. "He is a steady, respected leader who has helped shape the Atlanta office. This transition strengthens leadership capacity for the office and allows us to expand our focus on regional opportunities." "Having been part of the Atlanta office since its inception, it's incredibly rewarding to step into this position," said Ernst. "I'm grateful for the team that has helped build such a strong office and I'm excited to lead us into the future. Together, we will continue strengthening client relationships, developing our people, and pursuing new opportunities for growth across the Atlanta market." Continuity for clients and project teams remains a priority throughout the transition, and Ernst has the full support of regional leadership as he assumes his new role.
SEAW hosts inaugural Seattle awards. Journal Staff Reporter Coffman Engineers won the People's Choice Award at the SEAW inaugural Seattle chapter awards for its work at Lightwell Hotel in Hood River, Oregon. The Seattle chapter of the Structural Engineers Association of Washington (SEAW) held its inaugural SEAW Seattle awards ceremony on June 4. Structural engineers, industry partners and emerging professionals gathered from across the state to celebrate "significant structural engineering achievements" of Seattle chapter members.
Colin Kodama, promoted to Principal, structural engineering at Coffman Engineers. Publish Date: June 19th, 2026 Coffman Engineers has promoted Colin Kodama to Principal. Currently Pacific Regional Structural Department Manager, Kodama steps into a senior leadership and ownership role after earning recognition for his technical expertise, collaborative approach, and thoughtful leadership of the local structural team. He brings experience in structural design, project management, construction administration, and special inspections across public and private sector projects, including work with state and federal agencies. As a principal owner, he will help guide the growth of Coffman's structural services in Hawaii and the Pacific, strengthen client relationships, and support delivery of resilient, high-quality projects. His new role reflects Coffman's focus on long-term leadership continuity that will steward the firm's future and support growth across its offices. A 2007 Kamehameha Schools graduate, Colin holds BS and MS degrees in Civil Engineering from Santa Clara University. Education. * Santa Clara University (Santa Clara, CA) Master's Degree * Santa Clara University (Santa Clara, CA) Bachelor's Degree More People to know in Coffman Engineers. More People to know in Honolulu. * Brooke Kaneshiro Peters Brooke Kaneshiro Peters Mortgage Hawaii Brooke Kaneshiro Peters is a mortgage banking leader with nearly 30 years of experience in operations, market expansion, and sales growth across Hawaii. She serves as Vice President and Sales Manager for Mortgage Hawaii and has held leadership roles as a Branch Manager and Marke... View Profile * Featured Chris Horgan Chris Horgan Coffman Engineers Coffman Engineers has promoted Chris Horgan to Associate, recognizing his contributions to project delivery, client service, and team leadership in Hawaii. Since joining Coffman, he has built a reputation for technical strength, reliability, and a collaborative approach that sup... View Profile * Paid Listings Submit People on the Move Share hiring announcements, employee promotions and milestones with the business community. Get Started Featured Kimo Unten Kimo Unten Coffman Engineers Coffman Engineers has promoted Kimo Unten to Principal and named him General Manager of the Honolulu and Guam offices effective July 1. Previously, he served as Senior Discipline Manager for the firm's Honolulu civil engineering team and is recognized for his collaborative leade... View Profile * Featured Jared Wakayama Jared Wakayama Kobayashi Group LLC Jared Wakayama has joined Kobayashi Group as Vice President and Development Manager. He brings more than 19 years of experience managing complex construction and development projects across Hawai[[ʻ]]i, with expertise in commercial, hospitality, and residential projects. Previously,... View Profile * Dr. Brian Wu Dr. Brian Wu Ronald McDonald House Charities Hawaii Dr. Brian Wu, MD has joined the Ronald McDonald House Charities Hawaii board of directors. He is a pediatric pulmonologist at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children and Straub Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine. View Profile
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Coffman Engineers promotes Brent Little to Vice President, and Lisa Heath to Senior Manager of Federal program. * 6 hrs ago ANCHORAGE, AK / ACCESS Newswire / June 3, 2026 / Coffman Engineers, Inc. (Coffman), a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm, announces Brent Little, PE, has been promoted to Vice President of Federal Programs and Lisa Heath to Senior Manager, supporting Coffman's continued investment in federal projects and clients nationwide. These promotions reflect Coffman's commitment to strengthening program delivery and long-term partnerships with federal agencies. SharkNinja CEO: Consumer Under Pressure as Company Expands Brent has led Coffman's Federal Programs, guiding strategy and execution across offices. In his role as Vice President, he will continue aligning technical experience, pursuit leadership, and delivery resources to support mission-critical federal work. Brent began his career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, building a strong foundation in design-build and design-bid-build delivery for Department of Defense (DOD) and civilian agencies. "Brent's technical experience, project leadership, and deep understanding of federal project delivery make him a trusted leader for our team and clients. His promotion to Vice President reflects the impact he's made on our growth in the federal market and the important role he will continue to play," said Dave Ruff, Coffman's CEO and Chairman of the Board. As part of this continued investment, Coffman also announces that Lisa Heath has been appointed Senior Manager supporting the firm's federal efforts. In this role, Lisa will lead federal marketing and pursuit strategy, strengthening positioning, and teaming opportunities. Lisa brings 15 years of federal market pursuit management experience, including the last 10 years at Coffman leading strategic pursuits for federal agencies. She partners with technical and delivery teams to support long-term client growth across DOD and civilian agencies. "Lisa has a deep understanding of Coffman's federal capabilities and provides strong leadership for our federal strategy. Her mentorship and guidance on project pursuits make her a valuable asset to the firm," said Brent Little, Vice President. Coffman's federal initiative brings together teams across the firm to support clients across planning, design, modernization, and sustainment efforts. This coordinated approach strengthens partnerships with federal agencies and reflects Coffman's long-term focus on delivering high-quality outcomes nationwide. About Coffman Engineers, Inc. Coffman Engineers is a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm providing local, personalized services. Its integrated teams offer a wide range of engineering disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and related specialties to deliver comprehensive solutions. With more than 900 employees in 23 US offices, Mycarrollcountynews is committed to teamwork, innovation, and building a better world. Visit coffman.com. Related Documents: View the original on ACCESS Newswire