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Principal Senior Civil Engineer

Brighton, Michigan - Posted on September 16, 2026
Published By Jennifer Andrews

Principal Senior Civil Engineer position available in the Brighton, Michigan area working for our client who is an established engineering firm.  

Direct hire opportunity with a salary range of $141k to $155k to lead complex engineering projects. In office position.  The Principle Senior Civil Engineer is responsible for the oversight, design, and approval process for residential, commercial, and automotive projects, including planning, entitlement services, site plan approval, and engineering design through construction 

Key Responsibilities for Senior Civil Engineer:
-Lead civil engineering projects from design through completion.
-Prepare and review designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
-Ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
-Manage clients, contractors, budgets, and project teams.
-Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
-Support business development and client relationships.
-Represent the organization with boards, community leaders, customers, and businesses.

Client Company benefits available:
-Comprehensive health insurance package
-401(k) retirement plan with company match
-Paid time off and holidays
-Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education
-Potential for ownership stake in the company
-Career advancement opportunities in a growing firm
-Supportive work environment with long-term employees

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Qualifications for the Senior Civil Engineer:
-Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
-PE license in Michigan or ability to obtain.
-10+ years of civil engineering experience, including 6+ years in a senior/leadership role.
-Proficiency in Civil 3D, CAD, and engineering software.
-Strong project management, leadership, communication, and technical writing skills.
-Public infrastructure experience preferred.
-Ability to independently manage projects.


Trillium has been recruiting and placing accounting, finance and technical professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees with an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of technical professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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