Project Engineer - Land Development
A well-established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Civil Project Engineer to support the continued growth of its West Alabama operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineer who wants more than a production-focused design position. You will combine hands-on technical work with project management, client interaction, team leadership, and the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing local office.
The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of commercial, industrial, municipal, residential, and general site development projects. You will have access to complementary technical disciplines within the wider business, allowing projects to be supported from early due diligence and site evaluation through design, permitting, and construction.
Why consider this opportunity?
- Join a stable and growing engineering consultancy with an established presence across the Southeast.
- Take ownership of projects from initial concept through final delivery.
- Work on a diverse mix of public and private development projects.
- Gain direct exposure to clients, consultants, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
- Progress beyond technical design into project leadership and client management.
- Help develop and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
- Work within a collaborative environment that maintains a close-knit, local-office feel.
- Benefit from multidisciplinary support across areas such as surveying, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, transportation, and construction services.
- Receive ongoing professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term advancement.
- Maintain a healthy work-life balance alongside a comprehensive benefits package.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the civil design and delivery of land and site development projects.
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations.
- Prepare and review civil engineering plans, technical specifications, reports, and construction cost estimates.
- Develop and evaluate practical design alternatives.
- Apply relevant state, local, and municipal design standards.
- Coordinate with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, government agencies, and internal technical teams.
- Review the work of junior engineers and design staff.
- Maintain clear project documentation and design records.
- Support proposal preparation and contribute to client development activities.
- Represent the business professionally in meetings with existing and prospective clients.
- Mentor less-experienced engineers and contribute to the continued growth of the local team.
Candidate profile
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Approximately 6 or more years of relevant civil engineering experience.
- Background in commercial, residential, municipal, industrial, or general land development projects.
- Professional Engineer licence in Alabama, or the ability to obtain Alabama registration within approximately six months.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Experience managing projects, deadlines, budgets, and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Strong technical writing, proposal writing, and communication skills.
- Comfortable presenting technical concepts to clients and project stakeholders.
- Capable of reviewing work and providing guidance to junior staff.
- A proactive and collaborative approach, with an interest in helping grow a developing office.
Benefits
The successful candidate can expect a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with employer support
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible spending account options
- Professional development and mentorship
- Support for continued career progression
- A stable, team-oriented working environment
- Meaningful involvement in local projects and communities
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