Project Engineer/Engineering Designer, Land Development -Denver

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking a Project Engineer/Engineering Designer for their Land Development Business Unit in Denver. The successful candidate will support residential and commercial projects, focusing on stormwater management and utility designs. This role offers remote work flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Support for continuing education

Paid Time Off and holidays

401k plan

Flexible 9/80 work schedule

Holistic wellbeing program

Growth opportunities with mentoring

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant land development design experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create design plans and lead specifications for site layouts, grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Manage project schedules, cost estimates, and client coordination.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise project staff as needed.

Skills

Communication

Civil Engineering Principles

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Engineer/Engineering Designer, Land Development -Denver

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Position Overview

DEA’s Civil Engineering group is hiring a Project Engineer/Engineering Designer to support our Land Development Business Unit. Under supervision of assigned Project Engineer(s), this individual will support various residential and commercial land development projects. As part of a design team, will contribute to stormwater management, utility, and roadway designs, including construction documents and supporting documentation. This position can work remotely with all our offices, preferably in the Puget Sound Area.

Position Duties

1. Apply civil engineering principles to projects, either as a team leader or independently.
2. Create design plans and lead specifications for site layouts, grading, drainage, paving, utilities, and related activities.
3. Lead water quality reports and drainage studies, including hydraulic and hydrologic calculations.
4. Perform calculations, specifications, proposal preparation, and permitting applications.
5. Manage project schedules, cost estimates, and client coordination.
6. Execute complex assignments, utilizing judgment to evaluate and modify engineering techniques.
7. Develop new approaches to encountered problems.
8. Interface with clients and public agencies.
9. Mentor junior staff and supervise project staff as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• At least 4 years of relevant land development design experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License
• 8+ years of land development design experience
• LEED AP Certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, HSA, and lifestyle accounts
• Support for continuing education
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• 401k plan
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule
• Holistic wellbeing program
• Growth opportunities with mentoring
• Salary range: $85,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Company Overview

Since 1976, DEA has designed residential communities and complex land development projects, balancing growth with environmental stewardship. We excel in innovative solutions for industrial, transit-oriented, commercial, recreational, and redevelopment projects, aiming to improve quality of life and demonstrate environmental stewardship.