Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development

Fishbeck; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Vacation & holidays

Hybrid/flexible schedules

401(k) & stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck seeks a Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development in Farmington Hills, MI, or Toledo, OH. You will lead civil engineering efforts from concept to construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver high‑quality land development projects.

The role emphasizes strong technical design, permitting, and coordination with municipalities, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• PE license in Ohio or Michigan or ability to reciprocity for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support land development projects from planning through permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Prepare and review site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, erosion control, and construction plans.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, agencies, contractors, and internal teams to move projects forward.

Skills

Land development

Civil engineering

PE license

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Client coordination

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Location: Farmington Hills, MI or Toledo, OH

Employment Type: Full Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development to help us keep building.

Working with our Land Development team, you will lead and support civil engineering projects from concept through construction, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support land development projects from initial planning and design through permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Prepare and review site layout, grading, drainage, utility, stormwater management, erosion control, and construction plans.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, agencies, contractors, and internal team members to move projects forward efficiently.
• Assist with technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, feasibility studies, and permit applications.
• Provide construction-phase support, including responding to questions, reviewing submittals, and assisting with field observations.
• Mentor and collaborate with junior staff while contributing to quality control and continuous improvement efforts.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 10 years of profressive experience in Land Development engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Ohio or Michigan
• Ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses through reciprocity, as needed.
• Experience with civil site design, land development, stormwater management, utilities, grading, and permitting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and municipal review processes.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality work for clients and communities.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Candidates for this position can reside in the Southeast MI or Northwest OH markets.