Land Development Project Engineer

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Civil/Site team in New York, NY!

Step into our Land Development team and take part in shaping public and private projects that make a real impact on communities. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, gaining versatile experience to accelerate your career growth.

As a Project Engineer, you’ll apply your engineering skills to design grading and drainage solutions, collaborating closely with staff engineers in AutoCAD to bring projects from concept to completion. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing budgets, deadlines, and agency requirements while contributing to projects that truly matter.

If you’re ready to grow your expertise, tackle challenging projects, and make a tangible difference in land development, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Review of municipal zoning and land development ordinances and applicable agency regulations to determine land development limitations for the property.
• Site Investigation & Due Diligence includes the review of ordinances, utility service research, outside agency regulations and site visits to establish comprehensive development guidelines.
• Preparation of Concept Drawings based upon client’s development objectives and conclusions of due diligence. Involves preparation of concept plan, including coordination with AutoCAD draftsmen.
• Leadership role in the review and design of Stormwater Management & Stormwater Conveyance Systems including use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydrology design software.
• Skills should include preparation of pipe sizing calculations for stormwater conveyance systems including drainage area maps.
• Surface runoff coefficients, invert, slope, velocity & hydraulic grade line evaluation using the Rational Method & Manning’s Equation.
• Grading Design to ensure value engineering is achieved through earthwork analysis, and site safety is accomplished through the use of appropriate design slopes.
• Subdivision and site plan design and layout.
• Design of Utility Systems including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer service, pump station design, water, gas, telephone service, etc. Also involves determination and resolution of vertical and horizontal utility conflicts that may exist.
• Soil Erosion & Sediment Control Design including stability calculations, Best Management Practices, swale design, spillway design, and determination of construction sequence.
• Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings as required for bonding and client purposes.
• Ability to work independently, as well as, lead a team of other engineers.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 5-7 years of related experience to land development or civil/site engineering
• PE preferred, EIT required.
• Knowledge of the local municipal, county and state land use, planning and zoning processes and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written and communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
• Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
  
  

Compensation: $91,000 to $112,530 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!