Project Engineer - Land Development

Job Title: Project Engineer - Land Development

Location: Newark, NJ

About the Opportunity

A respected multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Project Engineer - Land Development (PE) to join its growing New Jersey team based in Newark, NJ.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys managing land development projects from concept through construction while working with a collaborative team. The successful candidate will lead site development projects for commercial, industrial, mixed-use, residential, institutional, and public-sector clients throughout New Jersey.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects through planning, design, permitting, and construction.
• Prepare and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and parking lot designs.
• Design stormwater management systems in accordance with New Jersey regulations.
• Develop engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Coordinate municipal, county, and state permitting and land use approvals.
• Prepare and review Soil Erosion & Sediment Control plans.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce high-quality engineering plans.
• Coordinate with surveyors, architects, planners, environmental consultants, and utility companies.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communications.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while providing quality control reviews.
• Attend client meetings, municipal hearings, and project site visits as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Active New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of experience in land development engineering.
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey land development regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience designing:
  • Site grading
  • Stormwater management systems
  • Utility infrastructure
  • Roadways and parking facilities
  • Erosion and sediment control measures
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling software such as HydroCAD or similar.
• Familiarity with NJDEP stormwater regulations and local municipal approval processes.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and schedule expectations.

What You'll Find

• Opportunity to lead diverse and technically challenging land development projects.
• Collaborative and supportive engineering environment.
• Clear path toward senior leadership and career advancement.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Continuing education and professional development support.