Land Development Design Team Lead

Civil Science is seeking an experienced Land Development Design Team Lead to join our growing St. George, Utah office. In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of land development projects while managing and mentoring a team of designers and engineers. You’ll serve as a key client contact, help win new work, and play an important role in expanding our land development presence in Southern Utah.

This position is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer (but is not required) who enjoys balancing hands-on design, project management, client relationships, and team leadership.

What You’ll Do

Project Management & Design

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of land development projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare and oversee grading, drainage, utilities, roadway, and site development designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.
• Perform quality control reviews and ensure compliance with local, state, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain responsibility for technical accuracy and overall project performance.

Client & Business Development

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships.
• Support and lead business development efforts, including proposals, scope development, and fee negotiations.
• Identify opportunities for repeat work and expanded services.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and community engagements.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage designers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Assign work, provide technical guidance, and support professional development.
• Coordinate staffing needs and workload planning to meet project demands.
• Promote quality, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in land development or civil site engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proven experience managing land development projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Utah or ability to obtain)
• Prior experience leading or managing design teams.
• Demonstrated success supporting or winning new work.
• Knowledge of Southern Utah or regional permitting and development processes.
• Strong business acumen and client relationship skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

 

Why Join Civil Science?

• Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
• Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
• Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.