Civil Land Development Lead Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Charlotte, NC seeks a Land Development Team Lead. This role involves managing land development projects from concept to construction while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess a BS in Civil Engineering, a PE license in North Carolina, and extensive experience in site/civil engineering. The firm offers opportunities in various sectors, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a chance to shape future engineering practices in the region.

Qualifications

• 8–25+ years of experience in site/civil engineering design, project management, and team leadership.
• Experience in higher education, healthcare, parks and recreation, and/or municipal projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of land development projects from concept through construction.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and providing clear communication.
• Review and guide site civil design, including grading, drainage, and utilities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Team Leadership

Communication

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related field

PE (Professional Engineer) license in North Carolina

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Land Development Team Lead – Civil Engineer
Location: Charlotte, NC
Recruiter: Joseph Durkin

About the Opportunity

Our client, a thriving civil engineering and land development firm in Charlotte, NC, is looking for a Land Development Team Lead to spearhead their planning and design projects. This role offers the chance to lead high-impact projects, mentor a talented team, and shape the future of land development in the region.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Lead exciting projects across higher education, healthcare, mixed-use, multifamily, municipal, and commercial sectors
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and designers to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions
• Play a pivotal role in growing the Charlotte practice while mentoring and developing junior engineers
• Influence technical standards, project delivery strategies, and team culture

What You’ll Do

• Manage all aspects of land development projects from concept through construction
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
• Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and providing clear communication
• Coordinate internal and external teams to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions

Technical Oversight

• Review and guide site civil design, including grading, drainage, utilities, erosion control, stormwater management, and sustainable site strategies
• Ensure plans, specifications, reports, and permit packages meet technical and regulatory standards
• Apply knowledge of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NCDOT, and other local permitting processes
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing technical guidance and career development support
• Help shape staffing strategies, workload planning, and team growth
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture

Business Development

• Support proposals, fee estimates, client presentations, and interviews
• Build new client relationships and strengthen existing ones across the Charlotte region
• Collaborate with other offices on multi-disciplinary projects and share best practices

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• PE (Professional Engineer) license in North Carolina required
• 8–25+ years of experience in site/civil engineering design, project management, and team leadership
• Experience in higher education, healthcare, parks and recreation, and/or municipal projects preferred
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, and MS Office Suite

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
1001 Conshohocken State Rd, Ste 2-410