Civil Project Engineer (Land Development) | Warrenton, VA

About the role

IMEG is seeking a Civil Project Engineer specializing in land development to join our team in Warrenton, VA.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design efforts for commercial, residential, mixed-use, industrial, and institutional land development projects.
• Prepare and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, erosion and sediment control plans, and supporting calculations.
• Cook up and oversee permit applications with local municipalities and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers to support project scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Serve as a technical lead on projects, coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
• Utilize Civil 3D and other engineering software to perform surface modeling, watershed analysis, storm sewer design, and sanitary sewer design.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve technical or permitting challenges.
• Support projects through bidding, construction administration, and closeout phases.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and agency coordination meetings.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, regulations, client requirements, and IMEG quality standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, design standards, and best practices.

Requirements

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles related to land development, site design, utilities, grading, and stormwater management.
• Ability to lead project design efforts and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, agencies, and project teams.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and consultants.
• Ability to identify project risks and develop practical solutions.
• Working knowledge of permitting and entitlement processes throughout Virginia.
• Experience reviewing engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Ability to mentor and support the development of less experienced staff.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for project and client needs.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum 4 years required, 6+ years preferred, of civil engineering experience focused on land development projects.
• Experience leading design efforts and coordinating permitting activities for site development projects.
• Experience working within an engineering consulting environment preferred.

Qualifications

Ready to Take the Next Step? Join a company where employee ownership, collaboration, and professional growth are part of the culture. Apply today and help shape the future of land development with IMEG.

What We Offer

• 100% employee ownership.
• Flexible schedules and support for work-life balance.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Opportunities for community involvement and leadership.
• Exposure to impactful projects and diverse clients.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits starting on your first day.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).

Why IMEG

IMEG is one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S. and a 100% employee-owned organization. We combine national resources with a local-office culture, empowering our team members to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact on clients, communities, and one another.

Location

Warrenton, VA, Virginia

Pay

$90,000 – $110,000 Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.