Land Development Project Engineer — Hybrid, Flexible Benefits

Verdantas; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Verdantas is seeking a Land Development Project Engineer for our Lehigh Valley, PA or Wilkes-Barre, PA offices. You will lead civil design for diverse land development projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and clients from concept through construction.

A strong background in site design, stormwater, and permitting is essential, with EIT required and PE preferred. Join a nationwide environmental and infrastructure team that rewards collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 4-8 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development and site design.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress.
• Experience preparing land development plans and permit applications.
• Knowledge of site layout and design, stormwater management, grading and drainage design, utility infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, and local and state permitting processes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing effectively to project teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering design and analysis for land development projects.
• Prepare and review site development plans, grading plans, utility plans, and construction documents.
• Design and analyze stormwater management systems, drainage and conveyance infrastructure, erosion and sediment control measures, site grading and earthwork, roadway and access improvements, and utility infrastructure systems.
• Coordinate permitting efforts and prepare applications for municipal, county, and state review agencies.
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery activities.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed.
• Assist with proposal preparation, technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while continuing professional development.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

EIT

PE preferred

Land development design

Project coordination

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

Hydrologic & hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Verdantas is seeking a Land Development Project Engineer for our Lehigh Valley, PA or Wilkes-Barre, PA offices. You will lead civil design for diverse land development projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and clients from concept through construction.

A strong background in site design, stormwater, and permitting is essential, with EIT required and PE preferred. Join a nationwide environmental and infrastructure team that rewards collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.