Civil Engineer - Land Development

GAI Consultants is seeking a creative, team-oriented, and motivated Civil Engineer to join our Orlando office supporting complex land development projects, including complex hospitality and entertainment projects. They will support projects by providing technical judgment, problem-solving, and consistent QA/QC review. The work spans the full lifecycle of site and infrastructure design, including underground utilities, drainage, grading, soil assessments, and waterways.

They also contribute to the production of complete, bid-ready construction documents, such as drawings and specifications. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects that go beyond traditional development. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging, design-driven environments where civil engineering supports unique developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of site grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility systems for complex developments, including themed attraction projects
• Prepare calculations, construction plans, and technical reports supporting permitting and delivery
• Closely collaborate with architecture, design and interdisciplinary engineering (AD&E) firms to develop integrated, experience-driven solutions
• Manage multiple projects, schedules, and deliverables with accountability for quality and deadlines
• Perform QA/QC reviews and resolve design and field challenges, including RFIs and site coordination
• Participate in site visits to ensure designs are effectively implemented in the field
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team
• Support proposals and client relationships, including pursuits involving theme park and destination projects

Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
• Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 8+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.

Technical Responsibilities

• Develops and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.

Project and Task Management

• Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Predominantly plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
• Mentors' direct reports and other engineers.
• Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability.

Communication Skills

• Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language.
• Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders.
• Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
• Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve.

Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for…