Civil Staff Engineer II
Sarasota, Florida
About the Company
Our client is a well-established, employee-owned engineering and consulting firm with over a century of experience delivering infrastructure and development solutions throughout the United States.
The firm provides engineering, planning, environmental, and construction-related services to both public and private sector clients, supporting projects that help communities grow and function effectively.
With offices across multiple states and a diverse portfolio of work, the company delivers projects spanning land development, municipal infrastructure, transportation, water and wastewater systems, and community development. Their employee-owned structure creates a culture focused on long-term growth, collaboration, and investment in their people.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Civil Staff Engineer II to join a growing Land Development team in Sarasota, Florida.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of private development and public infrastructure projects, providing exposure to site development, utility infrastructure, stormwater systems, and municipal engineering. The successful candidate will support projects from initial planning and permitting through design and construction, while working closely with experienced engineers, project managers, clients, and local agencies.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to gain greater project ownership, broaden their technical expertise, and develop a clear path toward future project management and leadership responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and support land development and utility infrastructure projects.
* Prepare grading, drainage, stormwater, water distribution, and wastewater collection system designs.
* Assist with site planning, entitlement, permitting, and regulatory approvals.
* Coordinate with clients, municipalities, and multidisciplinary project teams.
* Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, construction plans, and specifications.
* Participate in quality assurance and quality control reviews.
* Support projects through all phases, from concept planning through construction.
* Manage assigned tasks while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
* Provide construction administration and engineering support as required.
* Collaborate with and mentor junior engineering staff.
* Contribute to solutions for both private development and public infrastructure projects.
Education & Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
* EIT certification required.
* PE license, or ability to obtain PE licensure, preferred.
* Minimum 3+ years of civil engineering experience.
* Experience in land development, municipal infrastructure, water, wastewater, or related projects.
* Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
* Experience using StormCAD, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, or similar engineering software.
* Knowledge of local permitting and development processes.
* Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work effectively with clients, public agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
Compensation & Benefits
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
* Performance-based bonus opportunities.
* 401(k) with employer contributions.
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
* Paid parental leave.
* Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
* Wellness and fitness reimbursement programs.
* Strong mentorship and training opportunities.
* Clear career progression and leadership development pathways.
* Exposure to a broad range of land development and infrastructure projects across multiple markets.
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