Project Engineer - Civil Engineering (Land Development, PE Licensed)
Location: Newport Beach, CA (hybrid - up to 2 days in office; remote flexibility possible for the right candidate) License Requirement: California Professional Engineer (PE) - Civil Engineering Degree Required
About the Role
Our client is seeking a PE-Licensed Project Engineer specializing in land development to join their growing Civil Engineering team in Newport Beach, CA. This role will focus on the design, engineering, and management of land development projects, including commercial, mixed-use, and infrastructure developments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in site planning, grading, stormwater management, permitting, and civil design while working closely with multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all phases of land development projects, from concept design to final construction documents.
Develop grading, drainage, and stormwater management plans in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Oversee site planning, permitting, and entitlement processes.
Collaborate with architects, contractors, and government agencies to ensure seamless project execution.
Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to prepare designs and documentation.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff.
Ensure all projects are delivered on time and within budget while meeting regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
California Professional Engineer (PE) license - REQUIRED
Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering
5+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development
Strong expertise in site design, grading, drainage, and stormwater management
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant engineering software
In-depth knowledge of zoning laws, permitting processes, and local regulations
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills
Why Join Our Client?
Competitive salary and full benefits
Work on high-impact commercial, mixed-use, and land development projects
Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment within a 50-year multidisciplinary design firm
Hybrid schedule with a maximum of 2 days in office
Numbers & Facts
Location
Newport Beach, CA
Skills
AutoCADunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Civil Engineeringunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Construction Designunmatched
Construction Document Setunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Documentation Designunmatched
Engineering Softwareunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Government Contractsunmatched
Land Developmentunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Professional Engineerunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Software Designunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Stormwater Managementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Zoningunmatched
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