Project Engineer - Land Development

Atwellgroup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Atwellgroup is hiring for a position focused on land development in Houston, Texas. Responsibilities include site layout, utility design, and project management.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 6 years of relevant experience, along with a PE license. The role offers a competitive salary of $90,000 – $135,800 and a robust benefits package including generous paid time off and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience required.
• PE license is essential.
• Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations and engineer's opinion of probable cost.
• Maintain good client relationships.
• Assist in preparation of proposals and permit applications.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Job Summary

Responsible for land development, residential, industrial, retail, mixed‑use, healthcare, educational and recreational design technical tasks including, but not limited to: conceptual site layout; utility design; roadway design; site grading design; soil erosion and sedimentation control design; floodplain studies; providing permitting and entitlement support; preparation of engineer’s opinions of probable cost; assistance with preparation of proposals; and construction support.

Accountability and Duties

• Prepares engineer’s opinion of probable cost
• Prepares design calculations
• Maintains a good relationship with clients
• Prepares permit applications for applicable municipal agencies
• Responsible for preparation of feasibility studies, master planning and engineering, design of water, sanitary and storm sewer, paving and detention facilities
• Assists in preparation of proposals for engineering services
• Reviews and prepares project specifications
• Assists in production of final construction drawings
• Mentors and assists with training Civil Engineers
• Delegates specific project components to Civil Engineers
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi‑discipline projects
• Responsible for project schedules and time completion of projects
• Participates in business development activities
• Professionally represent the firm at client and municipal meetings/hearings
• Prepares and monitors project budgets, billing and assists with A/R
• Perform other duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• PE license required
• Valid driver’s license

Qualification Requirements

• 6+ years of experience, AutoCAD Civil 3D experience

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Must be fluent in the English language.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, possibly for extended assignments.

Pay Range

$90,000 – $135,800 USD

Atwell Benefits

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

'Atwell'ness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet InsuranceHealth Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services