Civil Engineering Assistant Jobs in Lugoff, SC (NOW HIRING)

Advance your civil engineering career where your work shapes residential communities and site development projects across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll lead impactful projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and build strong client relationships within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you're an experienced engineer who thrives in a client-focused, project leadership role, this position is for you.
What you'll do
• Manage one or multiple civil site development projects for residential and private sector 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 project delivery
• Lead proposal preparation and fee development efforts
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
• Visit client offices and project sites to support project execution and business development
• Oversee engineering work and interface with other disciplines as needed
• Monitor project progress using accounting and project tracking tools
• Supervise and mentor engineers and technicians as part of project teams
• Communicate project status, risks, and solutions effectively
What you bring
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 6+ years of experience in civil engineering design and project management
• Experience producing residential site design plans and working with residential clients
• Strong understanding of civil site design, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, preferably Civil 3D
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Demonstrated business development skills
• Strong leadership abilities with experience supervising project teams
• Understanding of business financial metrics and project performance tracking
• Proven ability to manage multiple 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.
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