Civil Project Engineer & Land Development Lead

Heavy Tech; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Heavy Tech in California is seeking a Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager to join its land development team. This role blends hands-on Civil 3D design with project management, from concept through construction, and offers ownership of private land development and site projects.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Civil 3D, understand private land development, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater, and work independently while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal

Qualifications

• Proficient in Civil 3D and land development workflows.
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater.
• Experience collaborating with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop civil plans and designs for private land development projects.
• Prepare and maintain Civil 3D drawings, surfaces, grading plans, and construction documents.
• Design and coordinate grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems.
• Perform stormwater analysis and integrate drainage solutions into site designs.
• Review plans for technical accuracy, constructability, and standards compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, surveyors, contractors, and agencies.

Skills

Civil 3D

Private land development

Grading design

Drainage design

Utilities design

Stormwater design

Civil plan development

Problem-solving

Communication

Coordination

Client meetings

Education

EIT Certification

PE license

Job description

Heavy Tech in California is seeking a Civil Project Engineer / Project Manager to join its land development team. This role blends hands-on Civil 3D design with project management, from concept through construction, and offers ownership of private land development and site projects.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Civil 3D, understand private land development, grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater, and work independently while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal