Project Engineer - Land Development

Position Summary

A well-established civil engineering firm is looking to add a Civil Engineer, PE with 5–10 years of experience in site civil and land development to its Indianapolis team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to step into a technical leadership position, take ownership of project delivery, support and mentor junior engineers, and work alongside project managers on a variety of land development projects.

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity to take on increased technical responsibility with clear potential for career progression

• Exposure to a varied project portfolio spanning commercial, residential, mixed-use, and infrastructure developments

• Collaborative working environment that values technical quality, teamwork, and mentorship

• Support for ongoing professional development and maintaining professional licensure

• Flexible working environment based in Indianapolis

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead on a range of site civil and land development projects

• Oversee and contribute to site design activities, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, and roadway improvements

• Develop and oversee construction plans, engineering calculations, and supporting technical documentation

• Complete and review hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, as well as stormwater management designs

• Work closely with project managers, internal teams, and external consultants to coordinate project requirements and deliverables

• Assist with entitlement, permitting, and agency coordination throughout the project lifecycle

• Review technical work completed by junior engineers and provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship

• Attend client meetings and assist with addressing comments and requests from reviewing agencies

• Interpret and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and engineering standards

• Contribute to quality control processes and help maintain consistency across project deliverables

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• 5–9 years of experience within site civil and land development design

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Proven ability to lead technical design assignments and coordinate with project teams

• Strong technical understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and permitting

• Familiarity with local jurisdictional requirements and development approval processes

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

If this opportunity sounds like a good match for your experience, or you know someone who may be well suited to the position, click apply to learn more and be considered for the role.