Civil Project Engineer – Florida P.E. (Tampa & Orlando Metro – Hybrid​/Remote

Opportunity for licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) to work for yourself as a consulting project engineer.

Level Engineering & Architecture is seeking a Licensed Civil Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the Tampa and Orlando Metros and surrounding areas. 1099 contract, with up‑capped commissions, a full workload opportunity that allows for flexibility, within the Metro region.

Day‑to‑day work is remote, with local presence required for site visits, meetings, and municipal coordination.

• Execute civil engineering design and analysis for:
  • Land development
  • Roadways, bridges, and trails
  • Drainage and grading
  • Water and wastewater systems
  • Municipal and on‑call projects
• Prepare design documents, technical reports, and calculations
• Coordinate with surveyors, geotechnical consultants, and internal teams
• Project Manage individual projects and client relationships independently
• Communicate professionally and directly with clients, municipalities, and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations
• Support quality control and project delivery schedules
• Engineers/Architects who experience the highest success develop and maintain a personal referral‑based project pipeline

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineering License or active licensure track
• 6+ years of civil engineering experience with increasing responsibility
• Strong civil design background (land development and/or municipal)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience coordinating consultants and project partners
• Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship)

Preferred:

• Experience with stormwater management and grading design
• Familiarity with municipal permitting and review processes
• Prior experience working directly with clients and other stakeholders

• Inbound project opportunities through regional marketing
• Professional liability (E&O) insurance coverage
• Professional engineering skills development through mentorship
• Back office – Proposal, invoicing, and administrative support systems
• Technical collaboration within the Florida and National team
• Access to a company network of civil, structural, MEP, forensic engineers and architects
• Credibility – Professional A/E/C firm website presence that you can confidently direct clients to
• Weekly regional and national coordination calls

• This is a 1099 contracted role offering flexible schedule and growth as an independent engineer.
• Typical annual earnings range from $75,000 to $175,000 (uncapped), depending on workload and capability.
• Uncapped earning potential tied to project volume and individual capacity

The first 60–90 days are treated as a ramp period to allow time for onboarding, systems integration, and pipeline development before transitioning into the standard production minimum requirements.