Senior Technical Lead Engineer – Site & Land Development

Dccm; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Florida seeks a Senior Technical Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership in site and land development projects. The ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering degree, a PE license, and over 10 years of experience. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to multifaceted projects and promote best practices in engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in site and land development engineering.
• Proven experience leading technical design efforts.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal permitting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex site and land development designs.
• Perform technical analyses and reviews for compliance.
• Provide technical mentorship to Project Managers and staff.

Skills

Technical leadership

Civil design

Mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Description

The Senior Technical Lead Engineer provides technical leadership and subject‑matter expertise for site and land development projects across multiple markets. This role serves as a trusted technical advisor to Project Managers, ensuring design quality, regulatory compliance, and constructability while supporting efficient project delivery. The ideal candidate combines deep technical proficiency with strong mentorship and collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Design Excellence

• Lead and oversee complex site and land development designs, including grading, drainage, roadway geometry, utilities, and erosion and sediment control.
• Perform and/or review technical analyses, calculations, and engineering designs to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Serve as the technical authority on assigned projects, resolving design challenges and providing guidance on best practices.
• Ensure designs are constructible, cost‑effective, and aligned with project scope and client expectations.

Mentorship & Project Support

• Provide ongoing technical mentorship and support to Project Managers and junior engineering staff.
• Assist Project Managers with technical decision‑making, scope definition, and risk mitigation.
• Support project execution by reviewing deliverables at key milestones and offering constructive feedback.
• Help standardize design approaches, tools, and workflows to improve technical consistency and efficiency.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Lead internal quality control and quality assurance reviews for site and land development projects.
• Identify potential technical risks early and collaborate with Project Managers to develop mitigation strategies.
• Promote adherence to company standards, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Client & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Participate in technical discussions with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Support Project Managers during client meetings, presentations, and jurisdictional reviews.
• Assist with responding to technical inquiries, plan review comments, and permitting requirements.

Business & Team Contributions

• Contribute technical expertise during proposal development and project scoping efforts.
• Support training initiatives and knowledge‑sharing within the engineering team.
• Stay current with evolving industry standards, software tools, and regulatory requirements related to site and land development.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (multi‑state licensure preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in site and land development engineering.
• Proven experience leading technical design efforts and reviewing complex civil engineering plans.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal permitting requirements and design standards.
• Proficiency with civil design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D and related tools).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing technical mentorship or serving as a technical resource for project teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and coordination with contractors.
• Experience supporting multiple project teams or offices in a technical leadership capacity.