Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.
Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.
We are seeking a Project Civil Engineer to join our team in Somerset or Greensburg, PA. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a diverse portfolio of land development, geotechnical, and municipal/residual waste projects.
You will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that emphasizes mentorship, technical development, and long-term career growth.
Your Responsibilities as a Project Civil Engineer:
- Perform both conceptual and detailed civil engineering design, including site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and utility design.
- Support geotechnical investigations, including field coordination, soil/rock data review, and interpretation of subsurface conditions.
- Assist in the preparation of geotechnical reports, recommendations, and design considerations for foundations, slopes and earthwork.
- Support design and permitting efforts for municipal & residual waste facilities, including landfills, transfer stations, and related infrastructure.
- Prepare and review engineering plans, technical specifications, calculations, cost estimates, and reports.
- Support project execution by assisting with scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of project tasks and resources.
- Track project progress and manage deliverables to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Assist with permitting and approvals, coordinating with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to advance projects from design through construction.
- Participate in client, contractor, and regulatory meetings; document key decisions and follow up on action items.
- Contribute to proposal development, scope definition, and client presentations.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including budgets, schedules, and progress reporting within internal systems.
- Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in land development, geotechnical, residual waste or related civil engineering projects.
- Experience with PADEP permitting processes and coordination is preferred.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with HydroCAD and HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS preferred.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Commitment to safety and understanding of safe work practices.
Why you'll love working for us:
- Company-subsidized medical and dental.
- Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
- 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
- Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
- Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
- Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
- 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.
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| Apex Job Title: Engineer 2 - Project Engineer |
Req ID:
| 11814 |
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Who is Apex? We’re a team of award-winning Engineering and Environmental Solutions professionals who tackle civil and environmental challenges to save our clients time and money. If you’re seeking responsive service and real-time results, contact us! We’d be happy to help. If you provide that caliber of technical excellence, contact us as well! We’re always seeking top talent. Our competitors tout results. We deliver them. We saved one client over $30M while helping them achieve local community support and national recognition. But don’t take our word for it. Ask our clients. Partner with Apex. Discover what sets us apart. You’ll be glad you did. About Apex Established in 1988, Apex is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water; environment; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and resiliency; health and safety; compliance and assurance; and infrastructure. Rated #13 as an ENR All-Environmental firm and #68 in the top 200 overall, we are known for our technical expertise, rapid response, operational integrity, and exceptional client satisfaction. We operate in all 50 states and maintain a highly capable and diverse team of scientists, geologists, engineers, technicians, and information management specialists. At Apex, we pride ourselves on our culture of diversity and inclusion. We respect and appreciate the rich differences that race, gender identity and expression, family, sexual orientation, age, national origin, work experience, education, physical ability, and religion bring to the fabric of our organization. For Apex, it’s not just a box to check. We believe it’s the collaborative foundation that drives our success.
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