Civil Project Engineer

Commercial Development Resources; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401K with 3% employer contributions

15 days PTO + 10 paid holidays

Annual company trip

Flexible start times

Licensure support

Launch Pod program

Job summary

Commercial Development Resources in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to support land development projects from concept through construction, coordinating with clients and the project team to turn ambitious plans into workable site designs.

You will prepare grading and drainage plans, manage utility layouts, review zoning and regulatory requirements, supervise junior engineers, and help drive projects toward on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 4+ years of land development experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCad Civil 3D.
• Experience with grading, drainage, and utility design for commercial projects.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations and codes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site design plans for commercial land development projects under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Develop grading plans, drainage calculations, and utility infrastructure designs.
• Coordinate water, sewer, storm drainage, dry utilities, and related improvements.
• Review zoning ordinances, development regulations, and agency requirements to identify site development constraints.
• Conduct due diligence activities, including utility research, regulatory reviews, and site investigations.
• Prepare conceptual site plans and development layouts based on project objectives.
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans and supporting calculations.
• Communicate with clients, consultants, and municipalities to ensure successful project execution.
• Mentor junior engineers on project responsibilities and contribute to team success.

Skills

Land development experience

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCad Civil 3D

Job description

Are you a driven land development civil engineer looking to take on high-impact projects? Ready to dive into project management?

Who We Are:

Commercial Development Resources (CDR) is a site development consultancy that integrates civil engineering, feasibility, survey, dry utilities, landscape architecture, and planning & permitting under one team. In other words, we deliver everything but the building.

Based in Costa Mesa, California, we serve clients like AutoNation, Merlin Entertainments (LEGOLAND), Lithia Motors, The Irvine Company, Jack in the Box, Habit Burger, Popeyes, and Valar Atomics. We're licensed in 24 states and lead comprehensive project life cycles with expertise, precision, and energy. Since 2007, we've developed a growing base of repeat clients that rely on us for complex, multi-site programs. We're trusted site development partners, every step of the way. That's the CDR difference.

Why You'll Love Working for Us:

• You’ll be on a direct path to becoming a Project Manager and gain valuable exposure to project coordination and client management
• You’ll spearhead exciting commercial projects from concept to construction
• You’ll sharpen your technical skills and become an expert in every phase of site development
• You’ll be part of a lively and collaborative team that prioritizes work-life balance; we live by the words "work hard, play hard"!

What You’ll Do as a Project Engineer:

• Prepare site design plans for commercial land development projects under the direction of a Project Manager
• Develop grading plans, drainage calculations, and utility infrastructure designs
• Coordinate water, sewer, storm drainage, dry utilities, and related improvements
• Review zoning ordinances, development regulations, and agency requirements to identify site development constraints
• Conduct due diligence activities, including utility research, regulatory reviews, and site investigations
• Prepare conceptual site plans and development layouts based on project objectives
• Develop erosion and sediment control plans and supporting calculations
• Communicate with clients, consultants, and municipalities to ensure successful project execution
• Mentor junior engineers on project responsibilities and contribute to team success

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 4+ years of land development experience
• Proficiency with AutoCad Civil 3D
• Experience with grading, drainage, and utility design for commercial projects
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations and codes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team

Benefits and Perks that Set Us Apart:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and HSA options
• 401K with 3% employer contributions, regardless of individual contributions
• 15 days PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Annual all-expenses-paid company trip (backpacking, camping, food tours, and more!)
• Customizable schedule: flexible start times and half-day Friday option
• Professional development opportunities and financial assistance for licensure
• Clear path to professional growth via CDR's Launch Pod program

Commercial Development Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.