Development Review Engineer

The Town of Holly Springs is seeking a Development Review Engineer to serve in the Development Services department. The Development Review Engineer position is responsible for overseeing, managing, and providing technical guidance and quality assurance/quality control during all phases of preliminary plan and construction drawing review to ensure projects are planned and constructed in accordance with the Town’s Standards and Ordinances.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a small team of Development Plan Reviewers by assigning projects, tracking performance, and supporting their growth
• Oversee comprehensive review of transportation and public infrastructure elements (i.e. water, wastewater, stormwater) for subdivisions, site plans, permits, special use requests, variances, and more
• Facilitate developer and stakeholder meetings, providing interpretations of Unified Development Ordinance and engineering construction standards
• Conduct technical analyses of engineering studies related to transportation and utilities.
• Draft engineering reports, and represent the town at Town Board, Council and Committee meetings
• Resolve technical/financial issues and manage interdepartmental coordination

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering & Management, or related field
• 4+ years in municipal engineering or equivalent experience; experience with utilities, transportation, and/or stormwater design/review
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year
• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills;
• Proficiency with GIS and engineering software (e.g., ESRI, Blue Beam)

• Play a pivotal role in shaping a rapidly growing, family-friendly community in the Research Triangle region
• Enjoy a collaborative team environment with a standard workweek—occasional evening/weekend duties
• Pair your technical expertise with your leadership skills as a leader of a team.
• Benefit from a robust package: competitive salaries, retirement plan (LGERS + 5% 401(k)), health/dental insurance, and generous leave including 10 vacation, 12 sick, 12 holidays, 2 floating holidays, plus 1 wellness day.