Senior Land Development Engineer - Lansing

Align; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and sick time

Volunteer PTO & parental leave

Hybrid schedule

401(k) and profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck, based in Lansing, MI, is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer Land Development to lead and support civil engineering projects from concept through construction. You will work with a multidisciplinary team and clients on land development initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration, with opportunities for hybrid schedules and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Michigan or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Approximately 10 years of civil/site design experience.
• Experience with university or institutional campus projects.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Experience with stormwater modeling software (HydroCAD, SWMM).
• Familiarity with LEED or sustainable site design practices.
• Knowledge of permitting processes in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and permitting of land development projects, with a focus on university and institutional campuses.
• Prepare site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility, and erosion control plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams (survey, environmental, structural, architectural) and external stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and public hearings as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Permitting processes

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

HydroCAD

SWMM

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position:Senior Civil Engineer Land Development

Location: Lansing, MI

Job Id:2236

# of Openings:1

Senior Civil Engineer Land Development

Location: Lansing, MI

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 Engineerto help us keep building.

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

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, design, and permitting of land development projects, with a focus on university and institutional campuses.
• Prepare site layout, grading, stormwater management, utility, and erosion control plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams (survey, environmental, structural, architectural) and external stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and public hearings as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Michigan or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Approximately 10 years of civil/site design experience.
• Demonstrated experience with university or institutional campus projects.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Experience with stormwater modeling software (e.g., HydroCAD, SWMM).
• Familiarity with LEED or sustainable site design practices.
• Knowledge of permitting processes in Michigan.

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.