Land Development Engineer

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Virginia Beach, Virginia, Bridgeport (VA, MN, CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Land Development Engineer to join their dynamic team in Virginia Beach. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape communities across the eastern United States. You will collaborate with a talented team, gaining exposure to diverse projects in commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. The role emphasizes innovation, leadership, and the chance to advance your career while contributing to sustainable development initiatives. Join a company that values collaboration and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Hybrid workplace

Best-in-class benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience on complex projects.
• PE licensure in Virginia or obtain within 12 months.
• Proficient in site layout, grading, and stormwater management.

Responsibilities

• Develop site/civil engineering plans for various projects.
• Manage project financial performance and client relations.
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

MS Office

ArcGIS

Site Layout

Grading

Drainage Design

Low-Impact Design

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

ArcGIS

Job description

Land Development Engineer

Job Locations

US-VA-Virginia Beach | US-VA-Williamsburg | US-VA-Richmond

ID

2025-4963

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

2

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Exciting Opportunity: Land Development Engineer - Richmond, VA

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that's shaping communities across the eastern United States? VHB's Richmond, VA office is looking for a Land Development Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Land Development and Planning & Design team.

In this role, you'll collaborate with talented professionals across diverse disciplines, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects in size and scope. Our clients include leaders in commercial and residential development, industrial and hospitality sectors (including amusement parks), municipal and local governments, federal agencies like the National Park Service, Army Corps of Engineers, and State DOTs. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact while advancing your career with a supportive and innovative team.

Explore how VHB's Land Development team is transforming communities here: VHB Land Development.

Responsibilities

Develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects, including large-scale industrial developments, biotech, institutional, healthcare and residential
• Support preparation of land development design and permitting documents
• Responsible for project financial performance and client relations
• Prepare and review drawings and specifications documenting the systems designed
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration
• Manage work and development of junior-level staff
• Manage small, medium or large projects
• Develop new project opportunities and manage proposal submissions

Skills and Attributes

• Highly Proficient in the following: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, MS Office. ArcGIS skills highly desirable
• Skills to implement the integrated services approach. Comprehensive understanding of design, details, and construction drawing preparation including site layout, grading, hardscape, drainage, and planting.
• Knowledge of land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Knowledge of construction materials and detailing. Detail drawings, sections, and material specifications
• Experience with green initiative programs and low-impact design (LEED, Envision)
• Excellent innovative design skills.
• Project research and analysis
• Strong, creative engineering skills and ability to adhere to office standards
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail
• Ability to think critically
• Ability to multitask
• Excels at working in a team environment
• Exhibits strong leadership skills and growth potential
• Has interest in growing business development skills

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 5+ years of increasing engineering experience on complex projects
• PE licensure in Virginia or obtain within 12 months
• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design and stormwater management
• Experience in developing and compiling/producing site plans, construction documents, specification, and engineering reports
• Understanding of I-64 and Virginia market

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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