Civil Engineer (PE-Civil) – Residential Land Development

Job Summary

We are seeking a licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE-Civil) with strong experience in residential land development projects. The ideal candidate will lead and support the design and delivery of grading, drainage, site improvement plans, and related entitlements for single-family, multi-family, and subdivision projects throughout California. This role involves close coordination with clients, municipalities, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are designed efficiently, comply with local regulations, and are successfully permitted and constructed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and stamp site plans, grading plans, drainage plans, and improvement plans for residential developments.
• Design and analyze grading, earthwork, stormwater drainage systems, and erosion control measures.
• Develop Best Management Practices (BMPs) for stormwater pollution prevention, erosion control, and compliance with NPDES, CGP, and local SUSMP requirements.
• Oversee and coordinate construction staking activities, including field verification and as-built documentation.
• Manage plan submittals to cities, counties, and regulatory agencies; respond to comments and secure approvals.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculations for drainage systems, retention/detention basins, and flood protection.
• Coordinate with surveyors, geotechnical engineers, architects, and landscape architects during project development.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and site visits.
• Ensure all designs comply with California Building Code, Caltrans standards (where applicable), local municipal codes, ADA requirements, and fire department standards.
• Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical exhibits for entitlement and permitting processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required).
• Current California Professional Civil Engineer (PE-Civil) license (required).
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D (essential); Revit, experience with Bluebeam, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and stormwater modeling software is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of California-specific regulations, including:
• Stormwater BMPs and Construction General Permit (CGP)
• Local grading ordinances
• CEQA/NEPA coordination (basic understanding)
• Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements
• Proven track record of successful plan check submittals and approvals with California cities and counties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to visit project sites.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with hillside development and complex grading projects.
• Familiarity with specific counties/cities (e.g., Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, etc.).
• Knowledge of Low Impact Development (LID) techniques.
• Project management or client management experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth

This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented Civil PE who enjoys seeing residential projects move from concept through construction.

Compensation ranges from $100K for newly licensed candidates up to $180K for those with 8 years of licensure.