Project Engineer - Land Development

LJA; Pensacola (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Health, dental, and pet benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

LJA Land Development is seeking a Project Engineer in Pensacola, FL to conceptualize the initial design approach for large project phases and manage engineering work on smaller scope projects. The role offers exposure to multiple clients and services within a collaborative, employee‑owned culture.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and 5+ years of post‑graduate experience, coupled with strong communication skills and relationship building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• 5+ years of post‑graduate experience in civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering work for project phases.
• May assist as Assistant Project Manager/Engineer on assignments.
• Supervise less experienced engineers or support staff on a per‑assignment basis.
• Use judgment to select and adapt standard techniques and criteria.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Education

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

What LJA Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes LJA Different

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

Position Overview

As a Project Engineer at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for conceptualizing the initial design approach for a major phase of a large project or having overall responsibility for the engineering work on a project of limited scope.

A Typical Day Might Include

• Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates engineering work involving conventional engineering practices but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements.
• May work as an Assistant Project Manager or Assistant Project Engineer.
• Supervision of less experienced engineers or technical support personnel is exercised on an assignment basis and is not an ongoing substantial component at this level.
• Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Determines additional information that is needed from internal clients and coordinates them directly with LJA.
• Makes basic decisions regarding alternative procedures when information is not given.

Required Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of post‑graduate experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships

Level Up with LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it.

Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.