Land Development Project Engineer

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $95,000-$130,000 DOE + bonus potential
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer contribution, paid time off, professional development assistance, and licensure reimbursement.

A growing multidisciplinary engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer to join its Civil/Site Development team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, and mission-critical developments, including large-scale site and infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in site design, grading, drainage, utility coordination, permitting, and project delivery efforts while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of civil engineering or land development experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, and land development projects.
• Working knowledge of municipal permitting, entitlement, and development processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Review zoning ordinances, development regulations, and agency requirements to identify site development constraints.
• Conduct due diligence activities, including utility research, regulatory reviews, and site investigations.
• Prepare conceptual site plans and development layouts based on project objectives.
• Design stormwater management and drainage systems using Civil 3D and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software.
• Perform drainage calculations, runoff analysis, pipe sizing, and hydraulic evaluations.
• Develop grading plans and earthwork analyses to optimize site performance and constructability.
• Prepare subdivision layouts, site plans, and utility infrastructure designs.
• Coordinate water, sewer, storm drainage, dry utilities, and related improvements.
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans and supporting calculations.
• Assist with construction cost estimates and technical reports.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to project execution and team success.

• Work on high-profile commercial, industrial, and mission-critical developments.
• Clear career advancement opportunities with mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
• Exposure to complex site development projects from concept through construction.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented culture focused on technical excellence and professional development.