Land Development Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. in Albany, NY is seeking a Land Development Engineer to transform undeveloped land into fully functional sites, collaborating with planners, engineers, and stakeholders throughout due diligence, site planning, design, and construction support.

The role emphasizes independent design tasks with senior guidance, adherence to local codes and QA/QC standards, and strong communication within a multidisciplinary team to deliver complex site development solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years of civil site design experience required.
• Stormwater management experience required.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete engineering design, analyses, and preparation of plans, specs, and reports for land development projects (site layout, grading, drainage, utility infra).
• Develop design calculations, memorandums, and construction documents under senior guidance.
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies per engineering practices and permitting requirements.
• Monitor project progress and coordinate design efforts to support schedules, budgets, and constructability.
• Lead portions of land development projects with oversight from senior staff, coordinating with survey, environmental, and permitting teams.

Skills

Site design experience

Stormwater management

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Team collaboration

QA/QC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Land Development Engineer

Build the Foundation for Growth as a Land Development Engineer - Advance Site Development Solutions from Vision to Reality

Do you enjoy transforming undeveloped land into successful projects that serve businesses, residents, and institutions? Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise across every stage of development, from due diligence and site planning to final design and construction support?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Land Development Engineer to join our Land Development Team in Albany, NY. In this role, you'll help deliver complex site development solutions that balance client objectives, regulatory requirements, and long-term functionality. Working alongside planners, engineers, and project stakeholders, you'll contribute to projects that create meaningful value for the communities they serve.

What You'll Do:

• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of plans, specifications, and reports for land development projects including site layout, grading, drainage, and utility infrastructure
• Develop design calculations, technical memorandums, and construction documents under the guidance of senior engineers or technical leadership
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies, applying standard engineering practices, local development codes, and permitting requirements
• Monitor project progress and coordinate design efforts to support schedules, budgets, and constructability
• Take responsibility for significant portions of land development projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including coordination with survey, environmental, and permitting efforts

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 3 years of civil site design experience required
• Stormwater management experience required
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Strong working and theoretical knowledge in the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply engineering knowledge in practical settings
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office required
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Tackle unique site challenges that require both technical expertise and creative problem-solving, keeping every project engaging and rewarding
• Partner with industry professionals across engineering, planning, permitting, and construction to bring complex visions to life
• Grow your career within a collaborative culture that encourages technical excellence, leadership development, and continuous learning

Curious about the impactful work our Land Development team is doing? Explore how CHA supports site selection, planning, permitting, and execution at: CHA Land Development.

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $95,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is forward leaning, welcoming, and always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of belonging and collaboration, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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