Civil Project Engineer - Land Development

Core States Group is an architecture, engineering, and construction firm serving clients through multisite programs and projects. The Civil Project Engineer will manage the planning, design, and construction of civil engineering projects, coordinating resources and teams to deliver work on time, within budget, and to established quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of construction plans, feasibility reports, cost estimates, drainage reports and other project documents with little supervision needed
• Coordination with review agencies, clients, and sub-consultants for permit application
• Preparation of grading plans, profiles, road design and details using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Research regulatory requirements and design standards
• Perform detailed and complex calculations for storm water facilities, utility systems, and roadway improvements
• Work with drafters, designers, and administrative staff to complete projects in a timely manner and within budgets
• Preparation of site development plans for large and small scale residential, commercial, industrial, multi-use complexes, master planned communities and business parks
• Update and manage spreadsheets, task lists, memos, and other materials related to internal programs
• Support internal project administration by setting up new project numbers, organizing billing reports, preparing/tracking contracts, and following up on outstanding invoices
• Participate in meetings to review project updates, receive assignments, and take meeting notes as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, ability to obtain additional states required
• Proven experience of at least 5 years in civil engineering within an engineering or construction firm
• 5+ years of site development design experience
• Proven track record of successful project management and client relationship management
• Prior experience and a willingness to be a direct hands-on contributor while leading the Engineering function, serving as the subject matter expert
• AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency including the use of grading tools and creation of alignments, profiles, corridors, and surfaces
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to identify practical uses for company-approved AI tools to improve team processes, support better decisions, and increase efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy, protect confidential information, and remain responsible for the final work product
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or another relevant field of study preferred, or equivalent