Land Development Project Engineer

Alfred Benesch & Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company in North Carolina seeks a Civil Site Project Engineer to join our land development team. The role requires a NC-licensed PE and a strong background in site development, with responsibility for planning, design, and coordination across public and private sectors.

You will manage project work plans, coordinate with clients and agencies, and ensure timely submissions and permits while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team in a Wilmington-area office.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of diverse and progressive site development experience.
• Licensed PE in the state of NC.
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience working with public agencies, private entities and/or local area governmental jurisdictions.
• Progressive experience with developing plans specifications, and submissions per development regulatory standards and requirements.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute project work plans
• Interact with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Organize calculations to be included in design files, following project standards
• Design and engineer various project elements
• Obtain project permits and all applicable approvals
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Assist in the construction administration process as needed

Skills

Site development experience

Licensed PE NC

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work ability

Plan development & submissions

Education

4-year Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Stormwater modeling software

Job description

About the Company

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

Civil Site Project Engineer

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our land development team in North Carolina. Benesch has a culture anchored in quality and collaboration. We have great benefits including 401K matching, learning and development programs, and paid overtime! Enjoy the feel of working in a relatively small office with a close-knit, dynamic and growing team meanwhile enjoying the benefits and resources of a nationally ranked engineering company.

In Wilmington we work on a very diverse mix of projects in land development ranging from parks, multi-use pathways, and grant projects to higher education projects to commercial projects, and international corporate headquarters in economic development sectors. We have three offices in NC including Wilmington, Charlotte and Raleigh. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with land development projects and comprehensive detailed knowledge and experience relating to the creation of plans in both commercial and public sector projects.

Some examples of jurisdictional knowledge in protocols for submission and permitting approvals include but are not limited to The NC office of State Construction, New Hanover County, Pender County, Brunswick County, Columbus County, Onslow County, Craven County, Duplin County, City of Wilmington, various townships in the southeastern NC region and the piedmont, the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, Catawba County, City of Hickory, Iredell County, City of Mooresville, City of Statesville, Gaston County and others.

Location

This engineer will have their own office in our Wilmington office and will work from the office a minimum of 4 days a week.

The Impact You Will Have

• Create and execute project work plans
• Interact with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Organize calculations to be included in design files, following project standards
• Design and engineer various project elements
• Obtain project permits and all applicable approvals
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Assist in the construction administration process as needed

What You Will Need

• A minimum of 4 years of diverse and progressive site development experience
• Licensed PE in the state of NC
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience working with public agencies, private entities and/or local area governmental jurisdictions
• Progressive experience with developing plans specifications, and submissions per development regulatory standards and requirements
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling software

Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.

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External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [e-mail].