Land Development Civil Engineer - Austin
Location: In-Office; Austin, Texas
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 7+ Years
About Us:
At Civilitude LLC, we are experts in land development and infrastructure, driven by our foundational commitment to deliver exceptional technical solutions efficiently and effectively. Our journey began with a core ability to meet tight deadlines, a principle that remains central to our ethos. We have evolved from focusing on K-12 schools and affordable housing to managing a diverse portfolio of public and private projects, guided by a relentless pursuit of excellence and sustainable growth.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Land Development Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will contribute to our mission of shaping communities through innovative civil engineering design and site development permitting strategy on meaningful, community-oriented projects. At Civilitude, we believe in continuous improvement, strategic growth, and adding value to every project. Our team’s dedication to technical expertise and community involvement ensures that we not only meet but exceed expectations.
As a member of our team, you’ll be part of a firm deeply embedded in the Austin community, where our principals actively contribute to city commissions, non-profit boards, and advocate for sustainable growth. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and help us build a brighter, more equitable future, we invite you to apply and grow with us.
Position Overview:
The Land Development Engineer will be responsible for performing a variety of civil engineering, land development consulting, permitting, and construction administration tasks, as well as assisting with managerial, administrative, and operational duties as outlined below under primary responsibilities. You will apply both broad and specialized engineering knowledge to handle complex assignments, working independently and as part of a project team.
Requirements
Primary Duties:
- Perform civil engineering design tasks, including grading, drainage, hydrologic studies, hydraulic design, water transmission/distribution, wastewater collection, fire protection, parking, vehicular and pedestrian access, stormwater conveyance, and floodplain analysis.
- Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and project documents to ensure quality and conformity to applicable standards.
- Manage projects or aspects of larger projects, including scope, budget, and schedule management through design, permitting, and construction administration.
- Exercise judgment in evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard engineering techniques and procedures for complex project assignments.
- Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, planners, surveyors, other engineering disciplines, land use attorneys, technicians, and administrative staff, to deliver project objectives.
- Assist in the preparation of proposals and participate in project/client/stakeholder meetings to present engineering solutions. And follow through on progress invoicing and closeout.
- Stay current with new techniques, improved processes, and evolving industry standards, applying this knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
- Direct junior engineers and technicians, providing mentorship and technical guidance as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Advanced degree desirable).
- 7+ years of experience in civil engineering, focusing on land development and infrastructure projects (Advanced degree may substitute for experience).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Proficiency in civil engineering software, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other relevant tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet project deadlines and budgets.
- Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with an active interest in staying informed on contemporary industry issues.
- Proficiency in systems thinking with a keen ability to identify and implement organizational improvements that enhance operational efficiency and project effectiveness.
Benefits
As a member of our team, you will be part of a firm deeply rooted in the Austin community, where our principals actively contribute to city commissions and nonprofit boards, and advocate for sustainable development. If you are ready to challenge the status quo and contribute to a more equitable future, we invite you to apply and grow with us.
Additionally, Civilitude is part of the Hexah family of companies. As such, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes:
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Work Life Balance
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Parental Leave
- Retirement Benefits
- 401k
- Up to 3% company matching
- Ongoing Learning
- Licensing CE requirements
- Professional Learning