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Civil Engineer – Project Engineer IV / V

Location: Arlington, Texas
Company: Graham Associates, Inc.
Represented by: Luxus Group Recruiting — www.LuxusJobs.com

About Graham Associates, Inc.

Graham Associates, Inc. is a full-service civil engineering, planning, and surveying firm headquartered in Arlington, Texas, with a rich history of impact across North Texas since its founding in 1972. The firm's civil engineering expertise spans land development, transportation infrastructure, public utilities, drainage design, urban planning, hydrology/hydraulics, and surveying. Graham has delivered award-winning and high-visibility projects including transportation improvements, mixed-use developments, and major civic infrastructure such as AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Park, the I-H-30 Three Bridges Project, and the Viridian Master Planned Community.

Graham prides itself on a high-tenure, collaborative team culture, where the average employee tenure is over 14 years, and engineers are trained comprehensively in all aspects of civil design (grading, paving, drainage, water and sanitary systems), providing deep, interdisciplinary understanding and career growth.

The firm's mission emphasizes sustainable, high-quality design delivered with a commitment to service, professionalism, and creativity. Graham offers a family-oriented environment with large-firm engineering capabilities, making it attractive for engineers desiring hands-on responsibilities on diversified project portfolios.

Position Summary

Graham Associates seeks a Civil Engineer – Project Engineer IV / V to lead and execute mid- to large-scale civil engineering design and delivery. This role requires a highly motivated, technically proficient engineer with a strong track record in civil design, project leadership, and client communication, working across both public and private sector infrastructure and land development projects.

This position is ideal for candidates with significant civil engineering experience, including drainage design, roadway and transportation systems, public utilities, grading and site development, regulatory permitting, and construction administration.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Technical Delivery

• Lead civil engineering design from concept through construction, including grading, drainage, water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and public infrastructure improvements.
• Develop deliverables including engineering analyses, calculations, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship for junior and mid-level engineering staff.

Project Management & Coordination

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal interdisciplinary teams.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contract scopes, and deliverable quality to meet client expectations.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design activities, including surveying, hydraulics/hydrology, transportation, and utility coordination.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Present engineering solutions to clients and stakeholders, resolving technical queries and driving project alignment.
• Support business development initiatives including proposal preparation, scope development, and client presentations.

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

• Ensure designs meet all applicable local, state, and federal codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• Implement quality control processes for engineering documentation and recommendations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.) from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas (or ability to obtain through reciprocity).
• 8+ years of progressive civil engineering experience (Project Engineer IV) or 12+ years (Project Engineer V).
• Demonstrated experience in complex civil/site development and public infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS, Bluebeam, and related engineering software.

Preferred

• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Previous experience in public sector permitting and consulting engineering firms.

Compensation & Benefits

Target Base Salary (5% above market):

• Project Engineer IV: $130,000 – $150,000 annually
• Project Engineer V: $150,000 – $175,000+ annually

(*Market reference: Civil Engineer mid-senior ranges in Arlington average approximately $94K–$127K for senior roles and Project Engineer roles in the region often cluster near $85K–$115K; Luxus compensation is benchmarked at premium to attract top talent.)

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development support
• Continuing education and licensure support

Why Join Graham Associates?

Diverse, High-Profile Projects
Work on landmark developments and municipal infrastructure shaping the built environment across North Texas.

Technical Development
Comprehensive training across civil disciplines paired with exposure to advanced engineering tools and methodologies.

Culture & Stability
A team-oriented environment with long tenures and strong management support — frequent recognition for positive work culture and supportive leadership.

Local Impact
Directly contribute to projects that improve quality of life, community connectivity, and regional growth across public and private sector clients.