Land Development Project Engineer - Civil/Site

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Engineer in Land Development, where you'll design and lead innovative projects that shape communities. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from retail complexes to residential developments, while collaborating with a team of experts. You'll leverage your skills in Civil 3D and stormwater management to ensure projects meet regulatory standards and client expectations. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career. Apply now to accelerate your success!

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental and military leave

401(k) with company match

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee referral bonuses

Professional license bonuses

Wellness program

Mentorship program

Educational reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of land development experience required.
• Proficiency in stormwater management and hydraulics essential.

Responsibilities

• Design land development projects using Civil 3D.
• Prepare construction cost estimates based on site plan drawings.

Skills

Civil 3D

Stormwater Management

Hydraulics

Grading Design

Site Investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

HydroCAD

WaterCAD

HEC-HMS

OpenRoads

InRoads

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Land Development team in Nashville, TN!

Our team of Land Development professionals regard our clients as a strategic partner. Whether facilitating a large retail complex, residential development or planning a small stand-alone establishment in a downtown business district, we embrace the vision while guiding the client through the development process. Our expertise in implementing proven strategies and experience with the regulatory process eliminates costly delays that ensure the vision unfolds seamlessly. Our partnership includes the advantage of having our comprehensive suite of in-house services at the client's disposal, which keeps design timelines on track.

Responsibilities

• Design land development projects using Civil 3D including site, grading, and utilities.
• Review of municipal zoning and land development ordinances and applicable agency regulations to determine land development limitations for the property.
• Site Investigation & Due Diligence includes the review of ordinances, utility service research, outside agency regulations, and site visits to establish comprehensive development guidelines.
• Preparation of Concept Drawings based upon client’s development objectives and conclusions of due diligence. Involves preparation of concept plan, including coordination with AutoCAD draftsmen.
• Leadership role in the review and design of Stormwater Management & Stormwater Conveyance Systems including use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydrology design software.
• Skills should include preparation of pipe sizing calculations for stormwater conveyance systems including drainage area maps.
• Surface runoff coefficients, invert, slope, velocity & hydraulic grade line evaluation using the Rational Method & Manning’s Equation.
• Knowledge of stormwater management design regulations.
• Grading design to ensure value engineering is achieved through earthwork analysis, and site safety is accomplished using appropriate design slopes.
• Subdivision and site plan design and layout.
• Design of utility systems including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer service, pump station design, water, gas, telephone service, etc. Also involves determination and resolution of vertical and horizontal utility conflicts that may exist.
• Soil erosion & sediment control design including stability calculations, best management practices, swale design, spillway design, and determination of construction sequence.
• Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings as required for bonding and client purposes.
• Potential to take an active leadership role and guide junior staff.
• Work closely with the Infrastructure department to help with utility coordination and municipal utility design for complex highway and bridge projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering is required.
• 4+ years of related land development (civil/site) experience is required.
• EIT (Engineer in Training) certification is required.
• Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
• Experience with MicroStation, HydroCAD, WaterCAD, HEC-HMS/-RAS, OpenRoads, and InRoads is a plus.
• Prior experience with business development, project management, client facing, or estimating costs is a plus.
• Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help youAccelerate Your Success!

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