Senior Civil Engineer

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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 expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

We are currently seeking to add a Senior Civil Engineer to our dynamic team in Vancouver, Washington.

Apex Companies LLC is seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer with experience leading the design and project management of local agency and/or state transportation projects, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects from planning through construction. In addition to strong technical expertise, we are looking for a candidate who enjoys supporting marketing and proposal pursuits, engaging directly with clients, and building trusted relationships that lead to repeat business. This role offers the opportunity to step into an established transportation practice, partnering closely with our Vancouver office leadership and multidisciplinary team to grow our presence throughout Southwest Washington. You'll play an active role in winning new work while delivering exceptional projects for both existing and new clients, with the support of experienced leaders and a collaborative team.

This position serves a diverse portfolio of transportation and infrastructure clients across both the public and private sectors, with a strong emphasis on local agency and state transportation projects. Our teams specialize in delivering multidisciplinary projects that leverage the full breadth of Apex's engineering and environmental services, along with trusted strategic subconsultant partners. If you're motivated to mentor staff, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to both project delivery and business development, you'll find an outstanding opportunity to grow your career while helping expand our transportation practice in Southwest Washington as part of a collaborative, well-supported team.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Serve as senior technical lead on cumulative project total >$750K annually.
Contribute to successful business development of >$250K annually.
Estimate and budget labor hours for design projects; review job costing reports and take corrective action, as necessary.
Establish and maintain client relationships; ensure client satisfaction and ensure that client objectives are met.
Mentor young design professionals.
Participate in business development opportunities.
Participate in professional organizations and functions.

What we are looking for:

8+ years' experience as a consulting engineer providing design and project management of local agency or state transportation projects
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and professional registration (P.E) in Washington and/or Oregon
A solid understanding of civil design and construction standards, and environmental conditions / constraints.
A proven history of meeting project timelines and budgets.
Demonstrated skills developing relationships with local municipalities and utilities
Familiarity with local code requirements
Ability to develop creative engineering solutions to address project constraints
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients, staff and management.
Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation InRoads, HyrdoCAD, WWHM2012

Recent APEX delivered projects delivered in this area:

Vancouver Waterfront Development Project (City of Vancouver)
Tower Mall Loop Roads Project – Phase 1 (City of Vancouver)
Mill Plain & Macarthur Signalized Intersection Project (City of Vancouver)
Mill Plain & Devine Signalized Intersection (City of Vancouver)
MacArthur & Lieser Roundabout (City of Vancouver)
Tower Mall Civic Plaza Project (City of Vancouver)
Heights District Masterplan Support (City of Vancouver)
NE 18th Street: NE 97th to NE 105th Corridor Project
NE 137th Avenue Corridor Completion Project (City of Vancouver)
SR 503 & SR502 Signalized Intersection and Trail Improvements (City of Battle Ground
SR503 & Onsdorff Roundabout Intersection Project (City of Battle Ground)
Breeze Creek Corridor Improvement Project (City of La Center)
32nd Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project (City of Washougal)
Lake and Everette Roundabout Intersection Project (City of Camas)
Everett Street Corridor Improvement Project (City of Camas)
Camas/Washougal Waterfront Improvement Project (Port of Camas/Washougal)
Regulatory Sign and Guardrail Safety Improvements Project (Skamania County)

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.

Apex Job Title:

Engineer 4 - Engineering Manager

Req ID: 11828

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Annual Expected Pay Range

$125,000—$140,000 USD

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