What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer - Land Development position at Pape-Dawson?
Job Description
Pape-Dawson’s Louisville office was established by the acquisition of Prism Engineering. Established in 2006, the Louisville office provides specialized expertise in programmatic retail and commercial development projects. Partnering seamlessly with our resources across the Southeast region, our Louisville team provides comprehensive civil engineering, surveying, and professional services for development projects in Kentucky and beyond.
Overview
The Project Engineer - Land Development leads the design and coordination of land development projects for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Applies advanced civil engineering knowledge to produce site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage plans.
Responsibilities
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pape-Dawson’s Louisville office was established by the acquisition of Prism Engineering. Established in 2006, the Louisville office provides specialized expertise in programmatic retail and commercial development projects. Partnering seamlessly with our resources across the Southeast region, our Louisville team provides comprehensive civil engineering, surveying, and professional services for development projects in Kentucky and beyond.
Overview
The Project Engineer - Land Development leads the design and coordination of land development projects for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Applies advanced civil engineering knowledge to produce site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage plans.
Responsibilities
- Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for civil site projects
- Develop grading, drainage, and utility designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Conduct feasibility analyses and layout studies for site optimization
- Support permitting efforts with reports, exhibits, and technical responses
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory entities
- Perform quality reviews of design deliverables
- Guide junior engineers and review their technical work
- ∙Prepare drainage studies and utility service reports
- Manage task-level schedules and project milestones
- Attend client meetings and contribute to project planning
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development (site or residential)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with grading, utility, and drainage design standards
- Occasional overtime as needed
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.