Senior Land Development Engineer

About the role

Verdantas is seeking a Senior Land Development Engineer to join our dynamic team in Lehigh Valley, PA. This role supports our expanding Civil Group and works on high-impact site development projects across Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region.

Responsibilities

• Assist Civil Group Leader with Design and Project Management
• Perform technical planning and design work associated with land or site development and/or water/natural resources projects
• Develop site layouts and perform detailed design and grading to ensure efficient, compliant, and build-ready project sites
• Conduct comprehensive stormwater management design, erosion and sediment control planning, and landscape assessments to support resilient and compliant project development
• Prepare detailed entrance layout and access design plans ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant site entry and circulation
• Prepare permit plans for agency/municipal review
• Attend meetings with municipal officials, engineers, developers, and contractors
• Prepare Construction Drawings and Specifications suitable for construction

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• 7 or more years of experience in land development
• EIT required (Pennsylvania PE preferred)
• Demonstrated experience leading teams of engineers and designers
• Familiarity with Hydro CAD, Hydra flow, HEC-RAS, or other stormwater modeling software
• NPDES permitting knowledge
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Qualifications

• Strong technical judgment and initiative
• Commitment to continued professional growth

Skills

• Knowledge of stormwater management, erosion, and sediment control best management practices
• Leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $98,000 - $130,000, with final compensation determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and licensing status.