Land Development Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Land Development Engineer

Join the Land Development Division for the City Voted as The #1 Best Place to Live in Georgia and #5 Best Place to Live in the U.S.

Are you a motivated civil engineer eager to make a meaningful impact? Join our Land Development Division as a Land Development Engineer, where your expertise will help guide smart, sustainable growth across the City. In this role, you'll review and influence development projects, work closely with City staff and the development community, and ensure projects protect critical infrastructure, natural resources, and the public interest. This position plays a key role in shaping how the City grows and thrives.

Why Join Us?

• Shape City Growth: Review land development and building permits to ensure safe, compliant, and sustainable development.
• Protect Natural Resources: Monitor stormwater, floodplain, erosion control, and environmental compliance efforts.
• Collaborate & Lead: Work with staff, developers, and regional partners to address development challenges.
• Serve the Community: Engage with the public to support quality development and improve community standards.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct engineering plan reviews and analyses to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Review construction plans for site development, buildings, and subdivisions; prepare reports, comments, and recommendations.
• Perform stormwater, hydrology, floodplain, and erosion control reviews for commercial and residential developments.
• Provide recommendations on City planning and development issues related to stormwater management and environmental protection.
• Develop, implement, and manage land development and environmental protection goals aligned with departmental plans.
• Respond to City Council requests regarding major development projects and applicable land development and environmental codes.
• Resolve complex issues and conflicts among applicants, City staff, and departments during the development approval process.
• Assist with the planning, design, and supervision of City engineering projects, as needed.
• Provide technical counsel to City departments on civil engineering and surveying site design matters.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and public hearings; deliver presentations to agencies, organizations, and community groups.
• Ensure compliance with MS4, CRS, Metropolitan River Protection Act, and regional/state environmental reporting requirements.
• Maintain strong customer service, prepare and analyze complex reports, leverage technology for permitting and inspections, and recommend process improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Five (5) years of experience overseeing land development and environmental protection activities, reviewing land development plans, including stormwater engineering experience.
• Certified Floodplain Manager.
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), or Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level II Certified Design Professional certification.
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Eight (8) years of experience overseeing land development and environmental protection activities, reviewing land development plans, including stormwater engineering experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of land development principles, environmental protection practices, and applicable codes and ordinances
• Ability to review complex plans, reports, and legal documents with strong attention to detail and basic mathematical skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills for professional, timely interaction with officials, staff, developers, and the public
• Proficiency with computers and technology, including Excel, virtual meeting platforms, document management systems, and specialized software
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate reliable attendance
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to interface effectively with elected officials, citizens, and staff and review others' work

Why This Job Matters: This role is essential to guiding safe, sustainable growth. By ensuring land development complies with engineering and environmental standards, it protects public infrastructure, natural resources, and neighborhoods-helping the City grow responsibly today and into the future.

Competitive salary and benefits package:

The City of Johns Creek offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about providing land development and possess the necessary qualifications.

Explore outstanding healthcare options and exceptional retirement benefits with the City of Johns Creek! Our comprehensive package includes a generous 12% contribution of your base pay to the 401a plan and a $1 for $1 match up to 5% in the 457(b) retirement plans, potentially totaling up to 22%! Access financial adviser services at no extra cost. Revel in a competitive salary package crafted to align with the unique responsibilities and benefits of the Land Development Engineer. We offer competitive wages starting from $96,656 to $106,544 annually. This position is exempt.

About Us:

The City of Johns Creek is a vibrant jewel nestled in the thriving northeast suburbs of Metro Atlanta. As the 10th largest city in Georgia, we take pride in our community of 82,000 residents and 291 dedicated employees who contribute to its growth and well-being. Established in December of 2006, Johns Creek has emerged as a beacon of safety in Georgia, consistently earning high marks on safewise.com's rankings. We are committed to upholding this reputation as we move forward. Johns Creek was ranked the #1 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, #1 Best Atlanta Suburb in 2024 by livability.com, and the #1 place to raise a family in Georgia by Niche.com. We aim to pioneer health, wellness, and innovation, continually drawing residents and businesses from all corners to call Johns Creek their home.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Johns Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other class or status protected by law.

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Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information via this online portal. In fairness to other potential candidates for this position, unsolicited letters, emails, telephone calls, or in-person submissions will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed as received. The City reserves the right to close the position before the posted date if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

The City of Johns Creek is a drug free workplace and all positions are subject to the candidate successfully passing a background screening.