Civil Engineer - Land Development

GAI Consultants, Inc.•Orlando, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

GAI Consultants is seeking a creative, team-oriented, and motivated Civil Engineer to join our Orlando office supporting complex land development projects, including complex hospitality and entertainment projects. They will support projects by providing technical judgment, problem‑solving, and consistent QA/QC review. The work spans the full lifecycle of site and infrastructure design, including underground utilities, drainage, grading, soil assessments, and waterways. They also contribute to the production of complete, bid-ready construction documents, such as drawings and specifications. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects that go beyond traditional development. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging, design-driven environments where civil engineering supports unique developments.

Requirements

Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.
Develops and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.
Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
Predominantly plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.
Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
Mentors’ direct reports and other engineers.
Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability.
Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language.
Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders.
Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership.
8+ Years of Experience
B.S. or M.S. Engineering
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.

Responsibilities

Lead design of site grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility systems for complex developments, including themed attraction projects
Prepare calculations, construction plans, and technical reports supporting permitting and delivery
Closely collaborate with architecture, design and interdisciplinary (AD&E) firms to develop integrated, experience-driven solutions
Manage multiple projects, schedules, and deliverables with accountability for quality and deadlines
Perform QA/QC reviews and resolve design and field challenges, including RFIs and site coordination
Participate in site visits to ensure designs are effectively implemented in the field
Mentor junior staff and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team
Support proposals and client relationships, including pursuits involving theme park and destination projects