Residential Land Development Professional I

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027 and ready to start your career with a firm that will make your development a priority? 

Join WithersRavenel as an Civil Professional I (EIT) and play a key role in helping to shape the communities where we live and work.

As part of our Residential Land Development Team in Cary, you’ll support project engineers, contribute to design development, solve technical challenges, and help deliver high-quality plans. This role is perfect for early-career civil engineers who are eager to learn, collaborate, and grow!

Why This Role:

• Gain broad experience across residential land development from initial concepts to final designs and client-ready deliverables.
• Receive Mentorship and Guidance by working with senior engineers and project managers who are invested in your progress and committed to helping you grow.
• Hybrid schedule - about three days a week in the office

Why WithersRavenel?

• People First Culture - a company that values balance, wellbeing, and authentic connection
• Legacy of Growth - opportunities to advance your career while investing in the growth of others

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0-1+ years of related professional experience (internships and co-ops considered).
• Exposure to and/or experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Geopak, or related design software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to take direction.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, flexibility, and commitment to professional growth.

Preferred:

• FE Exam in progress/completed. Possibly already an EI/EIT.
• EI/EIT certification or ability to obtain.
• Internship experience in field of expertise.
• Exposure to graphic or visualization software.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of the position. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.