Site Civil Engineer in Nashville

Date Posted: Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

We are partnered with a reputable and growing engineering firm that's seeking an experienced Site Civil Engineer to join their Nashville team. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated professional with strong technical skills in site/land development design and a passion for high-quality project delivery. This role involves working closely with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to design and develop a wide range of land development projects across Tennessee.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support site/land development design for commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal projects

  • Prepare and review site plans, grading plans, utility layouts, stormwater management systems, and erosion control plans

  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage design, and stormwater calculations

  • Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies

  • Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, and construction documents

  • Assist with permitting at local and state levels

  • Provide quality control checks and mentor junior engineers and designers

Required Qualifications

  • Active Tennessee Professional Engineer (PE) license

  • Resides in the Nashville, TN area (or willing to relocate prior to employment)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

  • 6+ years of experience in site/land development design

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software)

  • Strong working knowledge of grading, utilities, stormwater management, and applicable codes

  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software (e.g., Hydraflow, HEC-RAS/SWMM)

  • Experience with local permitting in Metro Nashville and Middle Tennessee

  • Project management or client-facing experience

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Professional development, training, and licensure support

  • A collaborative, flexible, and growth-oriented work environment

How to Apply
Please submit your resume to heather.clow@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.