Civil Engineer - Land Development

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,900 - 131,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Civil Engineer specialized in Land Development to handle smaller projects independently and contribute to larger ones. Responsibilities include project evaluation, documentation preparation, and team coordination. Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in civil engineering software like AutoCAD Civil3D. This role offers a competitive salary range of $90,900.00 – $131,800.00 annually, along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil engineering experience required.
• Ability to engineer and specify civil systems for projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and specify engineering systems for projects.
• Prepare and revise documentation for civil phases.
• Lead project coordination meetings with various stakeholders.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Project management

Technical communication

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

AutoCAD Civil3D proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

GIS

HEC-RAS

StormCAD

WaterCAD

Job description

Opportunity

The role of the Civil Engineer – Land Development is to work independently on smaller projects and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a senior engineer/designer. The engineer evaluates, selects, specifies, and engineers systems or products for a project, performs calculations and field work, and analyzes proposed projects to ensure structural reliability, resource efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for projects of average complexity/size.
• Evaluates, selects, specifies, and engineers all civil engineered systems or products for a project.
• Engages in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilizes technologies in development of three‑dimensional models of civil systems and provides markups for junior engineers/designers.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various civil phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
• Leads project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owners, contractors, sub‑contractors, and vendors.
• Participates in client project requirement meetings, value analysis, and basic cost estimating.
• Assists senior engineers/designers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
• May lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Performs and oversees the performance of calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Utilizes advanced techniques for the analysis of specialized civil elements.
• Participates in constructability review.
• Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
• Assists in the development of new standards and specifications for the civil group.
• Works on multiple projects.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of National Civil Code and applicable energy codes.
• General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of civil systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies.
• Possesses excellent time‑management skills.
• Thorough understanding of task assignment and schedule, budgeting, and efficient use of time and resources.
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Thorough understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Effective communicator and able to work on and lead teams.
• Presentation and interview skills are preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, StormCAD, WaterCAD, HydroCAD.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.

Typical office environment: working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. Employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and may be more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Pay Range

Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas: $90,900.00 – $131,800.00 Annually

EEO Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.