Remote Civil Project Engineer Jobs
Remote Civil Project Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed infrastructure teams, with active hiring in sectors like transportation planning, utility development, and environmental consulting. Employers hiring remotely right now include PacRim Engineering, Stantec, and Meridial. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager and Team Lead will be involved in client business development to sell and provide a variety of engineering services that support the development, design, construction, and operation of energy projects. Services may include, but may not be limited to, project feasibility, studies and design, and compliance support. Our ideal candidates will have existing client relationships and a proven track record of winning work within the energy market. The ideal candidate will be able to lead by example and understand the team’s responsibilities because they have performed the same tasks in a previous role.
This is a strategic growth opportunity within Tetra Tech’s Energy Program. This Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager will work as a team with Energy Initiative Program Leads to establish the strategic direction and growth of Tetra Tech’s energy practice. Our ideal candidates will have experience and proven track record of building teams and winning work with the opportunity to develop and expand our team’s energy practice to support multiple locations across Tetra Tech.
Location: Nationwide (Remote / Hybrid / Office-Based Eligible)
Why Tetra Tech:
Your Impact:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage energy projects which may include planning, permitting, development, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
- Lead, manage, and grow an existing team of junior and mid-level civil engineers.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams across variety of internal operating units, i.e., high voltage, SCADA, piping, instrumentation, oil and gas, etc.
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes, while adhering to Tetra Tech specific and industry established quality standards to ensure successful project delivery.
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Lead proposal development efforts and manage awarded projects to meet or exceed financial and performance goals.
- Project Managers are assigned revenue, margin, leading indicator, and DSO goals.
- Team Leads are assigned utilization, development, training, and mentoring goals.
- Serve as primary client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging industry contacts and internal resources.
- Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements related to energy projects.
- Strong business development capabilities, including the ability to cultivate and maintain client relationships, bring in new project opportunities, and manage a client-facing role with professionalism and expertise
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
- Civil engineering degree preferred, other degrees may be considered based on overall strength of background and experience.
- 10+ years of combined technical and project management experience in energy generation projects, with strong expertise in renewable (solar, wind, BESS) and/or thermal (natural gas, hydrogen) technologies.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and willingness to obtain licensure in other states through comity/reciprocity is required.
- Proven track record in business development, client management, and proposal leadership.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies including change management, tools, and software.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with diverse teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and civil engineering discipline specific software.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Other Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent (preferred, not required)
- Master’s degree in business, engineering, or a closely related field (preferred, not required)
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Experience with one or more of the following:
- Data centers, fuel cells, hydrogen
- Transmission and distribution, substations
- Decommissioning and reclamation planning
- Cost estimating and financial modeling
- Electromagnetic field (EMF) studies
- Grading and drainage design (H&H studies)
- Environmental engineering plans (e.g., SWPPP, SPCC, WMP, ESCP)
- Fire and safety management/action plans
- Health and safety plans
- Construction monitoring, condition assessment
- Owner’s Engineering and/or Independent Engineering
- Experience with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Planner (Tasks), Smartsheet, or similar tools
- Experience with construction coordination platforms such as Procore, Construction Cloud, or similar systems
Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel for project work, client meetings, and site visits as needed
- Ability to perform office and occasional field-based work
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
- Position may be remote, hybrid, or office-based depending on candidate location
- Collaborative multidisciplinary environment supporting large-scale energy projects
- Occasional travel to project sites and client locations throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond
Life at Tetra Tech:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Compensation:
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote civil project engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for design and drafting tasks
- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and subconsultant coordination
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting and regulatory review processes
- EIT certification or active Professional Engineer licensure preferred or required
- Strong written communication skills for reports, specifications, and client deliverables
Tips for Your Remote Civil Project Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote civil project engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check regularly and apply directly to roles that match your experience and project type before postings fill up.
Document your remote project coordination skills
Remote employers need evidence you can run projects without in-person oversight. Call out specific tools you've used for async coordination, like Civil 3D, Bluebeam, or project management platforms, and describe how you kept distributed stakeholders aligned on deliverables.
Build a shareable portfolio of delivered work
A folder of project deliverables, design drawings, or scoping documents you can share during interviews signals remote readiness. Remote hiring managers want to see finished work, not just a list of responsibilities from past roles.
Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews
Many remote civil project engineer hiring processes include written assessments or asynchronous video questions before a live call. Practice explaining your design decisions and project timelines clearly in writing, since remote teams rely on documented communication daily.
Remote Civil Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote civil project engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams or remote-first operations, such as environmental consulting firms, transportation planning agencies, and infrastructure software companies. Remote employers screen for self-directed project management, strong written communication, and proficiency with tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and project collaboration platforms. A portfolio showing delivered projects, clear documentation habits, and experience coordinating across locations gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote civil project engineers?
Remote civil project engineer roles are posted by PacRim Engineering, Stantec, and Meridial and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These include remote-first engineering consultancies, distributed infrastructure firms, and municipal or utility contractors that run project teams across multiple regions.
Can you get a remote civil project engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level civil project engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage tasks independently from day one without in-office oversight. Environmental consulting firms and infrastructure software companies sometimes hire early-career candidates remotely. Showing strong async communication skills, completed coursework in AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and any internship or capstone project experience helps open those doors.
Do you need a degree for remote civil project engineer jobs?
Usually, but remote employers weigh demonstrated technical output alongside credentials. A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field is the standard expectation, and many roles require or prefer an EIT or PE license. That said, candidates who show a strong project history, CAD proficiency, and clear documentation skills can strengthen an application even when their degree path is nontraditional.
Which industries hire the most remote civil project engineers?
Remote civil project engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors hire civil project engineers remotely because their project teams are distributed across regions and rely on digital coordination tools to manage design, review, and delivery workflows.
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