Land Development Engineer

Esposito Construction; Colts Neck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Esposito Construction in Colts Neck Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Land Development Professional. This position entails supporting the planning, design, and development of residential and light commercial sites, engaging in both office-based documentation and hands-on site work. Responsibilities include project entitlements, coordination with utility companies, and participation in feasibility studies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Urban Planning, relevant internship experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in land development, site design, or construction preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the project entitlement process incorporating local land use requirements.
• Provide potential solutions for land development objectives.
• Coordinate with local Utility companies and Authorities.
• Prepare financial models for land development projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Basic understanding of stormwater management

Familiarity with AutoCAD

Familiarity with Civil 3D

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Familiarity with Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field

Job description

We’re focused on creating high-quality residential communities—including apartments, townhouses, affordable housing—as well as modern commercial developments. With in-house civil construction capabilities, we manage projects from concept to completion. We’re looking for a motivated Land Development Professional to join our team and grow with us across field and office responsibilities.

On Site position

Job Summary

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.

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