Land Development Engineer

eZone Staffing, LLC; Colts Neck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

eZone Staffing, LLC is seeking a Land Development Professional in Colts Neck Township, NJ. The successful candidate will support the planning, design, and development of residential and light commercial sites, assisting with project entitlements, engineering drawings, and construction management. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or urban planning, with preferred internship experience. Familiarity with AutoCAD and strong communication skills are necessary. This role blends fieldwork with office-based tasks, offering exposure to the entire lifecycle of land development projects.

Qualifications

• Internship or co‑op experience in land development, site design, or construction preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel, and Microsoft Office required.
• Basic understanding of stormwater management, grading, and utility design is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment are essential.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the project entitlement process incorporating local land use requirements.
• Provide solutions to meet development objectives and delivery dates.
• Coordinate with local utility companies and authorities.
• Participate in project due diligence and feasibility studies.
• Prepare financial models for land development projects.
• Contribute to permit application packages including zoning and environmental permits.
• Compile and analyze site data including surveys and soil reports.
• Collaborate with construction teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate with engineers and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with preparing cost estimates and construction schedules.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, urban planning, or a related field.

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Land Development Professional, you’ll support the planning, design, and development of residential and light commercial sites. You’ll assist with project entitlements, engineering drawings, site layout, grading, utilities, and permitting for ground-up construction projects. This role blends hands‑on site work with office-based design and documentation, providing exposure to the full life cycle of land development projects, including land use approvals, construction management, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the project entitlement process incorporating local land use requirements along with other state and governmental agency site specific permitting and approval criteria.
• Provide potential solutions and focus in order to meet land development objectives, project opening, and delivery dates.
• Coordinate with local utility companies and authorities.
• Participate in project due diligence and feasibility studies.
• Prepare financial models for land development projects.
• Contribute to zoning, land use and environmental permit application packages.
• Compile and analyze site data including surveys, soil reports, and as‑built drawings.
• Collaborate with in‑house construction teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate with engineers, planners and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with preparing cost estimates, construction schedules, and technical reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, urban planning, or a related field.
• Internship or co‑op experience in land development, site design, or construction preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel, and Microsoft Office.
• Basic understanding of stormwater management, grading, and utility design.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.