STV | Land Development Project Engineer

ASCE Maryland Section; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a Land Development Project Engineer in Baltimore, MD. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineering License, with 4-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing construction documents and utilizing design software for high-profile civil development projects. Excellent problem-solving skills and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of experience in civil/site design or land development required.
• Familiarity with grading, drainage, and stormwater management required.
• Ability to lead permitting processes in Maryland jurisdictions required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents and permit packages.
• Utilize design software for land development projects.
• Conduct site investigations to support design decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineers.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Hydraflow Hydrographs

HydroCAD

Job description

STV is currently seeking a Land Development Project Engineer for its Buildings, Facilities and Infrastructure group in Owings Mills, MD, which is currently the civil engineer of record for such high-profile projects as Harborplace and Baltimore Peninsula in Baltimore, MD. The candidate will collaborate on a wide variety of projects including conceptual master plans, schools, mixed‑use, office buildings, industrial buildings, housing/apartment projects, commercial buildings, and civil/site structures. The position will allow the individual to collaborate with our civil design team preparing documents associated with a wide variety of land development projects within the Baltimore Metropolitan area. The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and be a licensed professional engineer. Experience with MicroStation, Civil 3D or AutoCAD is strongly preferred.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a mid‑career engineer to:

• Work on high‑profile projects in education, mixed‑use, commercial, industrial, and institutional development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on the full lifecycle of site development projects.
• Gain hands‑on experience in grading, utilities, stormwater management, and permitting.
• Enhance design skills with mentorship and support from senior engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents, permit packages, and support construction services.
• Utilize design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation; HydroCAD; Hydraflow Hydrographs and ArcGIS) to create construction drawings, layouts, and models for land development projects.
• Conduct site investigations and assessments to support design decisions.
• Develop sustainable and innovative solutions for site layouts, stormwater management, grading, utilities, and erosion/sediment control.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and feasibility studies.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure permits and approvals.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other engineers to integrate site design with overall project goals.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss project requirements and progress.
• Support project managers by monitoring budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Stay current with industry trends, technology, and best practices to enhance project quality.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (required).
• Professional Engineering License (required).
• 4‑10 years of experience in civil/site design, land development, or a related field.
• Familiarity with site development principles, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and erosion/sediment control.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation.
• ArcGIS and Hydraflow Hydrographs, HydroCAD experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lead permitting processes in Maryland jurisdictions (Baltimore City experience a plus).
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to progress multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for client and team collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.