Senior Civil Engineer

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 grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

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

Apex Companies LLC is seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineer who is ready to lead civil engineering design projects while helping drive the continued growth of our presence in the Walla Walla market. This role is ideal for a technical leader with a business development mindset who enjoys balancing project delivery with client relationship management and strategic growth initiatives. In partnership with local senior leadership, you will help identify new opportunities, strengthen relationships with existing and prospective clients, support marketing and proposal efforts, and successfully manage projects from pursuit through completion.

This position serves a diverse portfolio of both public and private clients and requires someone who is passionate about being client-facing, building long-term partnerships, and representing Apex in the marketplace. A large majority of our work is multidisciplinary, allowing you to collaborate with professionals across our engineering and environmental service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where you'll be supported by the full breadth of Apex's technical expertise while making a meaningful impact on the continued growth of our Walla Walla operations.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Serve as senior technical lead on cumulative project total $750K annually.

Contribute to successful business development of $250K annually.

Coordinate project needs and deliverables with other discipline leads and business units

Manage design staff as lead engineer on project tasks.

Provide leadership in efficient and constructability design of civil projects.

Establish and maintain client relationships; ensure client satisfaction and ensure that client objectives are met.

Participate in professional organizations and functions.

Mentor young professionals.

Estimate and budget labor hours for design projects; review job costing reports.

Manage project financials and billings for projects.

What we are looking for:

A bachelor’s in civil engineering and professional registration is required or obtainable within a year of hire (Washington)

8+ years' experience as a consulting engineer providing design and project management of land development and municipal projects

A solid understanding of civil design and construction standards, and environmental conditions / constraints.

A proven history of meeting project deadlines and budgets.

Flexibility and creativity in engineering approaches

Proficient skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, hydrology modeling and MS software applications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients, staff and management.

Management experience leading and supervising staff

Marketing experience writing proposals and procuring projects

Recent Apex delivered projects delivered in this area:

US12 Clinton Interchange (Walla Walla)

Court Street and Road 68 (Pasco)

Broadmoor Redevelopment (Pasco)

Duportail Corridor Improvements (Richland)

Pasco Aquatics

Benton County Recover Center

Goodwill - Pasco

Lewis and Clark Ranch Master Plan/EIS

SR-224 (Van Giesen Improvements)

Heights at Red Mountain Ranch Subdivision (West Richland)

Solstice Subdivision (Pasco)

Siena Hills Subdivision (Richland)

Apple Valley Subdivision (Kennewick)

MC Gateway – large mixed use master plan

Project Wigeon – Sustainable Aviation Fuel project

Morrow County SD Bond Program Civil Engineer

Walla Walla Public Schools Bond Program Civil Engineer

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 …