--- title: 'Senior Civil Project Engineer at AMT Engineering' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-civil-project-engineer-amt-engineering-washington-4px1h9z6hc7b' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Senior Civil Project Engineer at AMT Engineering - **Company:** AMT Engineering - **Location:** Washington, DC - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-03-26 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/05d1aef7-2a18-4f02-8126-bfaffb3a8d29 ## Job description A. Morton Thomas and Associates, LLC, an employee-owned consultant engineering firm, is seeking to add a dedicated and experienced Senior Civil Project Engineer to join our Team in Washington, DC and add significant value to our company growth. AMT is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm with a track record of more than 70 years of excellence. AMT’s current staff of over 500 employees offers far-reaching expertise and a commitment to delivering successful projects to our clients in the Mid-Atlantic, including the DC Metro area, and beyond. Our Washington, D.C. office is across the street from the Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro Station at National’s Stadium. As a member of our team, you will collaborate with a driven team of motivated and experienced colleagues who share a passion for DC urban development and transportation projects and love to celebrate all that the region has to offer. AMT, LLC strives to provide a positive office environment where staff are engaged and challenged to expand their professional capabilities.  AMT has earned the honor of being voted one of The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces of 2025 and is a Top 500 ENR Design firm (258) as well as the 11th largest Engineering Firms in Greater Washington. AMT, LLC has earned national recognition for our civil and transportation engineering, land development, and surveying success on the acclaimed Wharf Project located on the D.C. Waterfront. Our team is thriving in the nation’s capital and eager to add additional engineering staff. ## Responsibilities - Assisting the project manager and supporting engineering staff in the preparation of construction plans / documents and design of site and infrastructure improvements including grading, roadway, dry and wet utilities, lighting, erosion control, and storm water management - Preparation of calculations and reports - Processing construction documents through the regulatory agencies in the District of Columbia and other municipalities - Construction administration duties ## Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering - 6 plus years of experience in the planning and civil engineering design of roadways, mixed use, residential, commercial, institutional, and public site development projects. - Technical proficiency in using AutoCAD, with Civil 3D proficiency preferred. MicroStation proficiency a plus. - PE Required - Experience in Washington, DC, Suburban Maryland and / or Northern VA preferred - Excellent communications & organizational skills Why Join AMT? At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands. The AMT Difference AMT's company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture. To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. Competitive Benefit Package To strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get: - Tiered medical coverage - Dental/Vision - 401(k) with generous 6% company match - Short- and long-term disability - College savings plan - Life insurance - Paid time off - Holidays - Training/Certifications ## About AMT Engineering ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AMT Engineering (A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc.) is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm providing multidisciplinary transportation, infrastructure, environmental, surveying, and construction inspection services across the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan – ESOP) - **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States - **Founded**: 1955 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (company named after A. Morton Thomas) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Civil Engineering, Transportation Infrastructure, Environmental & Water Resources, Site & Infrastructure, Surveying/SUE, Construction Engineering & Inspection - **Target customers**: Government agencies (federal, state, local) and private corporate entities – B2G and B2B - **Mission or purpose**: Not explicitly stated, but core values include teamwork, integrity, and innovation, with a focus on delivering high-quality, sustainable projects that improve communities. ## Products & Services All offerings are professional services delivered through five core practices: - **Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI)**: On-site inspection, materials testing, and construction administration for transportation and infrastructure projects. - **Transportation**: Roadway, bridge, traffic engineering, and planning services. - **Site & Infrastructure**: Land development, site design, stormwater management, and utility coordination. - **Environmental & Water Resources**: Environmental assessments, permitting, water/wastewater treatment, and stream restoration. - **Surveying/SUE**: Land surveying, subsurface utility engineering, and geospatial services. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private, employee-owned) - **Key Metric**: - Annual Revenue: Not publicly available (some external estimates suggest ~$3.1M, but official data is not confirmed; the firm has 530+ employees, making that figure likely low). - Total Funding: N/A (no external funding; fully employee-owned) - Infrastructure value delivered: Over $25 billion in constructed highways, bridges, and other infrastructure in the past five years. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned, so no external investors. Clients include federal and state DOTs, municipal agencies, and private developers. - **Growth Signals**: - 23 offices across 9 states + DC - 530+ employees (up from 227 in some external counts, but official site states 530) - Ranked #258 on Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list - Recognized as a ZweigGroup Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For - Multiple Top Workplaces awards from The Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, Virginia Business, and The Daily Record ## Competitive Advantages - **100% employee-owned (ESOP)**: Every employee has a direct stake in the firm’s success, aligning incentives and fostering long-term commitment. - **65+ years of history**: Established reputation and deep relationships in the mid-Atlantic region. - **Award-winning culture**: Consistently named a best place to work, with a collaborative, people-first environment. - **Full-service, multidisciplinary approach**: Can handle complex, large-scale projects (up to $1 billion) from design through construction inspection. - **Regional expertise**: Extensive knowledge of local regulations, agencies, and project delivery methods. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding geographic presence in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US, including federal contracts that extend beyond the region. - Invest in employee development and retention through ESOP ownership, career paths, and tuition reimbursement. - Maintain and grow its ENR Top 500 status and industry recognition by delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure projects. ## Why Work Here - **Employee-owned culture**: As an ESOP, employees are co-owners and share in the firm’s success. - **Award-winning workplace**: Recognized as a Top Workplace and Best Place to Work – strong emphasis on work-life balance, community, and collaboration. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental, tuition reimbursement, short/long-term disability, educational reimbursement, career paths, and stock ownership. - **Work environment**: Business-casual, collaborative, and supportive. Roles are on-site or hybrid based on position and location. - **Growth opportunities**: Access to a wide variety of challenging projects across multiple disciplines, with clear career progression paths. - **Diversity and inclusion**: Equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to non-discrimination. ## Sources 1. [AMT Careers Page](https://amtengineering.com/careers/) 2. [AMT – Why Work Here](https://amtengineering.com/careers/why-amt/) 3. [AMT LinkedIn Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/amt-engineering) 4. [AMT Lever Jobs Board](https://jobs.lever.co/amtengineering/) 5. 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