Project Engineer - Land Development

Shrewsberry & Associates, LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Technical leadership

Diverse projects

Mentorship

Professional development

Denver office

Job summary

Shrewsberry & Associates, LLC is seeking a Civil Engineer, PE with 6–9 years of site civil and land development experience to join our Denver team. The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentoring junior staff, and collaboration with project managers across diverse workstreams.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, professional development, and a flexible work environment based in our Denver office. This position requires strong project coordination and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 6–9 years of experience in site civil / land development design.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for site civil and land development projects.
• Prepare and oversee site design including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and roadway improvements.
• Lead development of construction documents, calculations, and technical exhibits.
• Perform and review hydrology and hydraulic analyses and stormwater designs.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and project managers.
• Support entitlement and permitting efforts with local jurisdictions and reviewing agencies.
• Review work prepared by junior engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Participate in client meetings and respond to agency review comments.
• Apply and interpret applicable codes and design standards.
• Support quality control and consistency across project deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Civil Engineer, PE with 6–9 years of experience in site civil and land development to join our growing team. This position is suited for an engineer ready to take on a technical leadership role, contributing to project delivery, mentoring junior staff, and supporting project managers across a diverse portfolio of land development projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to take on a technical leadership role with career growth potential
• Diverse project portfolio including commercial, residential, mixed-use, and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on quality and mentorship
• Support for professional development and continued licensure
• Flexible work environment based in our Denver office

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for site civil and land development projects
• Prepare and oversee site design including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and roadway improvements
• Lead development of construction documents, calculations, and technical exhibits
• Perform and review hydrology and hydraulic analyses and stormwater management designs
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and project managers
• Support entitlement and permitting efforts with local jurisdictions and reviewing agencies
• Review work prepared by junior engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship
  
• Participate in client meetings and assist with responding to agency review comments
• Apply and interpret applicable local, state, and federal codes and design standards
• Support quality control and consistency across project deliverables

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 6–9 years of experience in site civil / land development design
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Demonstrated experience leading technical design tasks and coordinating project teams
• Solid understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater design, and permitting
• Familiarity with local jurisdictional standards and permitting processes (Colorado Front Range experience a plus)
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe diversity makes teams better. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

This is a full-time position with a base salary that ranges between $93,000 - $118,000 per year. In addition to salary, you are eligible for equity and a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, and PTO.