Civil Engineer

Consort, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible and hybrid work schedule

401(k) with company contribution

PTO and paid sick leave

Continuing education and licensure

Job summary

Consort, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Civil Engineer – Land Development with a PE license and 4+ years of private site development experience. You will lead design, manage permitting, and support construction, collaborating with a production team to ensure high-quality deliverables and timely solutions.

The role emphasizes design excellence, coordination with regulatory agencies, and leadership in project execution, with flexible hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Texas PE license.
• 4+ years of civil site development experience.
• Experience in design, permitting, and construction-phase support.
• City of Austin project experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and design land development projects including grading, stormwater, utilities, erosion control, and roadways.
• Coordinate permitting and lead agency interactions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure quality and innovative solutions.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, and task management.
• Develop internal templates, reports, and checklists to improve workflows.
• Act as a technical resource during construction for RFIs and site conditions.
• Support construction-phase services including submittals, field observations, coordination, and closeout.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Position Title: Civil Engineer – Land Development

Location: Austin, Texas

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join our private land development team. This role is ideal for a highly engaged, technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being deeply involved in every phase of a project—from early entitlements and conceptual planning through design, permitting and construction. The ideal candidate has a Professional Engineer (PE) license and at least 4 years of experience in civil site development, with a proven ability to drive design quality, manage the permitting and approvals processes, and provide timely solutions during construction. In this position, you’ll play a key role in leading the execution of project tasks with a production team, maintaining internal quality standards, and serving as a resource for both design and construction challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute the design of land development projects including site grading, stormwater management,
  utility design, erosion control, and roadway design.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for project permitting and lead coordination efforts with regulatory
  agencies.
• Collaborate closely with the senior civil engineer and other team members to ensure high-quality
  deliverables and innovative solutions.
• Contribute to project scheduling, budgeting, and task management to maintain efficiency and meet project
  deadlines.
• Develop and refine internal standards, templates, reports, and checklists to improve design consistency,
  streamline workflows, and enhance team efficiency.
• Act as a technical “firefighter” during construction, providing rapid and effective solutions to RFIs,
  unforeseen site conditions, and time-sensitive challenges.
• Support construction-phase services including product submittal reviews, field observations, contractor
• coordination, jurisdictional inspector coordination and project closeout procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
• 4+ years of civil engineering experience with a strong focus on private land development projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in design, permitting, and construction-phase support.
• Experience preparing and reviewing civil design documents and permit applications.
• Project experience in the City of Austin
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a solution-driven approach to technical challenges and project execution.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with surrounding jurisdictions such as Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County,
  Caldwell County, City of Round Rock, City of Pflugerville, City of Kyle, City of Lockhart, City of San
  Marcos and others.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surface modeling, grading, pipe networks, and plan
  production.
• Experience coordinating with other partner consultants including surveyors, architects, landscape
  architects, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and geotechnical engineers.
• Exposure to large-scale master-planned developments or complex infill projects.
• Working knowledge of water quality treatment and detention design.

What We Offer:

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• PTO and paid sick leave.
• Support for continuing education and licensure.
• Annual company retreat.
• Clear pathways for career advancement and leadership opportunities.
• Professional development support, training programs, and mentorship opportunities.