Land Development - Civil Engineer


Cary
Permanent
USD80000 - USD1000000
Civil
PR/597693_1782895605
Land Development - Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer (EIT) - Land Development (Cary, NC)

A growing, employee-focused engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Civil Engineer (EIT) to join its expanding Land Development team. With a strong national presence and a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and energy projects, this is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to take ownership of design responsibilities while working alongside experienced project managers and technical leaders.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project teams, contributing to design efforts, coordinating with clients and agencies, and helping deliver high-quality land development projects from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the preparation of project documents, proposals, and technical deliverables.
  • Develop and review:
    • Site plans
    • Engineering reports
    • Cost estimates
    • Project schedules
    • Permit applications
    • Due diligence reports
  • Revise plans based on client, regulatory, and stakeholder feedback.
  • Research local and state zoning and development regulations.
  • Conduct site visits and field investigations as required.
  • Analyze survey data and site constraints to support project design.
  • Prepare civil site design plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Coordinate with municipalities, agencies, clients, and internal project teams.
  • Communicate project progress and workload updates to project leadership.
  • Apply engineering principles to solve technical and design challenges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 2-4 years of civil engineering experience, preferably within land development.
  • Experience supporting or leading design elements of development projects.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Strong understanding of grading design, plan production, and site development principles.
  • Experience with technical writing and engineering documentation.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a diverse range of land development projects.
  • Career growth within a well-established and expanding engineering consultancy.
  • Collaborative team environment with exposure to clients and project leadership.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Clear progression path and professional development opportunities.

If you're an ambitious EIT looking to advance your career in land development engineering, we'd love to hear from you.

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