Civil Land Development Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineer to join our Civil Engineering Department as Director of Engineering. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to design excellence, manage project deadlines, establish and maintain client relationships, and inspire a high level of performance from the team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate projects with limited supervision.
• Understand, review, and participate in preparing proposals.
• Calculate and review costs and time schedules for proposed work.
• Effectively manage and assign duties and schedules to team members.
• Check all technical work for accuracy.
• Exceed client expectations and foster client relationships through collaboration and problem-solving.
• Communicate with clients weekly to provide project status and updates.
• Recommend changes to the client as required and as approved by the Department/Project Manager.
• Keep logs of client contacts.
• Ensure Individual and Department QA/QC procedures are followed.
• Fully permit and ensure entitlements of projects, including rezoning, special use permits, conditional use permits, site plan approvals, and required construction drawing approvals and permits.
• Supervise Civil Designers assigned to projects/teams, ensuring all responsibilities are carried out efficiently and effectively.
• Assist in reviewing and processing invoices for assigned projects and sub-consultants.
• Engage in business development by maintaining existing client relationships and acquiring new contacts through attendance at local meetings, workshops, and social events.

Essential Skills

• BSCE and Professional Licensure or Pursuing.
• 5+ years of experience on various site design projects, including retail, commercial, and public sector projects.
• Specific design experience with site layout, grading, storm drainage, stormwater management, water & sewer utilities, and erosion control.
• Familiarity with entitlement processes and local permitting regulations.
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D 2015 or newer, Hydraflow Storm Sewers/Hydrographs/Express Extensions, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective collaboration skills.
• Team player with a willingness to adapt and learn new responsibilities and tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in residential layouts, planning, and engineering.
• Skills in civil design, Autocad Civil 3D, land development, site development, and municipal engineering.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

collaborative and supportive culture, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a match, and comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues annually based on tenure. The company also offers educational benefits like tuition and certification assistance, student loan reimbursement, and professional licenses reimbursement, in addition to perks such as wellness stipends, paid volunteer hours, and a flexible workplace to support work-life balance.

Health & Wellness
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Provides comprehensive coverage for employees.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Offers a tax-advantaged way to save for medical expenses.
Wellness Stipends: Financial assistance for employee well-being.
Financial & Retirement
401(k) Plan: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
Student Loan Reimbursement: Financial support to help pay down student debt.
Career & Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance for further education.
Certification & License Reimbursement: Supports employees in obtaining and maintaining professional qualifications.
Professional Memberships: Assistance with fees for relevant professional organizations.
Internships & Training: Opportunities for students and employees to gain skills and experience through various programs.
Work-Life Balance & Perks
Paid Time Off (PTO): A unified system for vacation and sick days, with the amount earned increasing with years of service.
Paid Volunteer Hours: Encourages community involvement.
Flexible Workplace: A supportive environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.

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