Civil Site and Land Development Engineer

Job Title

Civil Site and Land Development Engineer

Location

Oklahoma City, OK 73116 US (Primary)

Category

Engineering

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

Cowan Group Engineering (CGE) seeks an exceptional and highly motivated Civil Site/Land Development Engineer (PE) to lead a variety of private and public development projects that shape the growth of our communities. We are looking for a team-oriented leader who fosters a positive work atmosphere and has a proven record of delivering high-quality site design projects on time and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage private land development projects from concept through construction, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, developers, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee site planning and design tasks, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, paving, utilities, parking, and site layouts for commercial, residential, industrial, and mixed-use developments.
• Prepare and review construction documents, plats, zoning/rezoning packages, and permitting submittals in compliance with local ordinances, subdivision regulations, and state/federal requirements.
• Conduct site feasibility studies, due diligence reviews, and preliminary cost estimates to support client decision-making and project planning.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, and contractors to integrate engineering solutions into overall project vision.
• Coordinate with municipalities, planning commissions, permitting authorities, and utility providers to obtain approvals, entitlements, and permits.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources, proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions to keep projects on track.
• Facilitate client and project team meetings to communicate progress, resolve conflicts, and ensure project goals are met.
• Support and mentor junior staff in technical design and project management, fostering their growth within the firm.
• Provide civil engineering support on select public infrastructure projects (water, wastewater, roadway, stormwater) when needed.

Job Requirements

Who We’re Looking For

• Professional Engineer with a valid/active State of Oklahoma Professional Engineer license
• Degree from an ABET-accredited university
• 4 years of experience in civil site and land development design for private projects such as commercial, residential, industrial, or mixed-use developments, including grading, drainage, utilities, and permitting
• Proven record of delivering superior project management and client service
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Microsoft Office

Benefits

• 100% company-paid health, dental and vision insurance for employees
• Four (4) weeks of paid time off
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Fun culture with company-sponsored events and outings

CGE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.