Sr. Reviewer - Land Development

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

As a Senior Reviewer for LJA Land Development you will be responsible for confirming information presented on Single‑Family Residential and Offsite Utility Construction Plans meets Agency criteria, matches Plat information, accurately labels the proposed design, and meets basic land development design criteria using Autodesk Civil 3D tools and applying engineering fundamentals.

• Confirm design meets Agency and Technical Specifications criteria
• Single Family Residential Underground Utilities and Paving
• Offsite Utilities (Water, Sanitary Sewer, Force Main, etc.)
• Detention, Drainage, and Mass Grading
• Lift Stations, Wastewater Treatment Plants, and Water Supply Plants
• Review Construction Plans and Bid Documents for:
  • Paving
  • Clearing & Grubbing
  • Offsite Utilities (Water, Sanitary Sewer, Force Main, etc.)
  • Lift Stations
• Write a Summary for each Submittal and Bid Review
• Provide guidance and / or review work for Initial Reviewers

• Minimum of an associate’s degree

• 6‑7+ years of Land Development drafting and design experience
• Strong knowledge of Local Agency Design Guidelines for Water, Sanitary, Drainage, and Paving
• Experience reviewing Lift Stations
• Familiar with utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Flexibility to change work assignments on short notice and under intensive deadlines

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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