What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Land Development Engineer position at GEM Global Search and Consulting Group, LLC?
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Provide civil engineering support for site development, parks, trails, streetscapes, and recreational facility projects
- Prepare reports, calculations, and design drawings for construction and permitting
- Analyze site data, including location, drainage patterns, and structure placement for planning and design
- Develop grading, stormwater, erosion and sediment control, and utility plans
- Collaborate with internal teams, including structural engineering and landscape architecture, on multi-disciplinary projects
- Support proposal development, including technical content and pricing
- Conduct site inspections and support field work as needed
- Prepare construction cost estimates, specifications, and tabulations of quantities
- Provide direction for CADD production and review design drawings for quality and accuracy
- Ensure adherence to project budgets, schedules, and client expectations
- Check work of junior staff and assist with technical reviews
- Communicate effectively with internal team members, clients, and stakeholders
- Maintain accurate time tracking and meet billable hour targets
- Contribute to firmwide initiatives, technical advancement, and collaborative culture
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (required)
- Minimum of 1 years of civil engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- EIT or PE in Pennsylvania preferred (Ohio, Maryland, and West Virginia a plus)
- Experience with AutoCAD, StormCAD, and HydroCAD (or similar tools)
- Familiarity with Deltek Ajera and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong understanding of site development principles, permitting requirements, and engineering standards
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, collaborate across disciplines, and work both independently and as part of a team
- Passion for delivering high-quality work and serving community-focused clients
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- PTO, 8 Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Parental Leave
- Commitment to the hybrid work model
- Generous contributions to Medical Insurance
- HSA per paycheck contribution
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Matching
- Education Assistance program
- EAP Program
- Employee Referral Program