A growing Southwest Florida civil engineering firm is looking for a land development engineer who is ready to step beyond design work and into project leadership. You'll manage projects from start to finish, lead a small team, and build your own client relationships. The path to Project Manager is clear and doesn't take years.
What You'll Do
Manage land development projects from planning through permitting and construction documents
Lead site design, including grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, and roadway layout
Prepare and review plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Perform and review engineering calculations and technical designs
Work directly with clients, municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies
Prepare and coordinate permitting documentation
Keep projects on track by monitoring schedules, budgets, and deliverables
Mentor an entry-level engineer and CAD support staff
Contribute to proposals, client development, and company growth
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
2–5 years of civil engineering experience, ideally in land development
EI/EIT certification
PE license, or eligibility to obtain it within about 6 months
Strong AutoCAD Civil 3D skills
Hands-on experience with grading, drainage/stormwater, utilities, and permitting
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage projects and deadlines independently
Nice to have: Florida land development experience, an active PE license, familiarity with local jurisdictions, and prior project leadership or mentoring experience.
Compensation and Benefits
$85,000–$100,000 base salary
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus may be available
401(k)
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Professional development and licensure support
Why You'll Love This Role
Real ownership: Run your own projects and lead your own team.
Visibility: Work directly with clients and company leadership.
Broad exposure: Take part in proposals and business development, not just design.
Fast growth: Move into a Project Manager role within a firm that is expanding quickly,
If you're ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career, we'd love to hear from you.