Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

One of our growing clients in the land development engineering industry is seeking a motivated Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Southwest Florida .

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineer who is ready to move beyond production design and take on increasing project leadership and management responsibilities , with a clear path toward a Project Manager role .

Position Overview

The successful candidate will manage land development projects from concept through permitting and construction documentation while coordinating with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal engineering teams.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment and is actively pursuing or has recently obtained Professional Engineer (PE) licensure .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects from planning through permitting and design completion

• Lead site civil design efforts, including:

• Grading

• Stormwater management

• Drainage systems

• Utility design

• Roadway and site layout

• Prepare and review engineering plans and construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Perform and oversee engineering calculations and technical design work

• Coordinate with municipalities, utility agencies, and regulatory authorities

• Prepare and review permit applications and supporting documentation

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff

• Coordinate work performed by Engineers-in-Training and CAD designers

• Participate in business development and client growth initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

• 2-5 years of civil engineering experience, with a focus on land development

• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification

• Ability to obtain PE licensure within approximately 6 months

• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Experience with:

• Site grading

• Drainage and stormwater design

• Utility design

• Land development permitting

• Ability to independently manage project tasks and deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Florida land development projects
• Experience coordinating directly with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies
• PE license or candidates approaching PE eligibility
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading project teams

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate

• Wants to grow into a Project Manager role
• Can independently execute and oversee land development projects
• Is actively working toward PE licensure or is already licensed
• Is comfortable taking ownership and making decisions
• Enjoys mentoring and developing junior team members
• Thrives in a fast-paced, growing organization

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and licensure
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k)
• Professional development support
• Direct access to leadership
• Significant career growth and advancement opportunities