Civil Site Engineer

Weston & Sampson is seeking a technically strong civil/site engineer to join our Fort Myers, Florida office. This role is ideal for an engineer with solid Florida stormwater, land development, and permitting experience who is looking to grow with an expanding Florida practice and take on increasing technical responsibility. We are open to candidates with approximately 6–8+ years of experience, but will also consider strong 4–6 year candidates with demonstrated Florida-specific expertise who are ready to step into a larger role.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare site layouts, grading plans, utility plans, and drainage designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Lead Florida stormwater management design, including analysis, modeling, and preparation of supporting calculations and reports.

• Use the StormWise/ICPR4 program to model pre-development and post-development stormwater site conditions to achieve regulatory compliance.

• Compile and interpret local land development codes, zoning requirements, and state and regional permitting criteria.

• Prepare and support permit applications for local, FDEP, and water management district approvals and respond to agency review comments.

• Support construction administration activities, including review of contractor submittals and shop drawings, preparation of responses to RFIs, and coordination with the design team during construction.

• Coordinate with project managers, clients, and reviewing agencies throughout the design and permitting process.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering (or similar)

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and StormWise.

• Florida-based site/civil engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on stormwater design, land development, and permitting.

• Familiarity with Florida permitting agencies and processes, including local municipalities and regional/state regulators.

• Construction management/oversight experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; EIT with a clear path to licensure will be considered.

• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and the ability to present technical information clearly.

• Must have a valid driver’s license

 Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000k based on experience

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

We offer:

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments

• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success

• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways

• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around

• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.

Explore opportunities and apply: https://www.westonandsampson.com/careers

A note to third-party recruiters: Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.