Civil Engineer - Land Development

Timmons Group • Richmond, VA

3d • $77,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Timmons Group is seeking Civil Project Engineers at various levels to join its Land Development groups in Richmond, Virginia. Opportunities are available in Residential, Commercial, and Public Land Development. Projects include multifamily and mixed-use developments, market-rate apartment communities, large industrial and distribution projects, residential neighborhoods, and public projects such as schools, jails, fire stations, and parks. The team supports clients with zoning entitlements, civil site plan approvals, and construction administration. Project engineers typically work in teams of two to three design engineers alongside a project manager. The fast-paced, varied work environment emphasizes teamwork, diverse training opportunities, and ownership of project outcomes.

The position involves designing portions of projects, preparing calculations and specifications, completing design details and plan sets, conducting research and preparing reports, assisting with cost estimates, carrying out field observation and inspection duties, and communicating with clients and internal design teams as directed by senior engineering staff. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

The estimated salary range is $77,000–$110,000. The position is eligible for straight-time overtime. Offers depend on job-related factors including internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials, and role complexity. The company describes itself as a full-service engineering and technology firm with 22 offices and emphasizes career development, resources, technology, and an engaging work culture. The job description refers candidates to the company’s comprehensive benefits package but does not specify its benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ideal candidates have 2–8 years of professional experience in land development civil engineering; entry-level candidates will also be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing civil engineering site plans, including site layout, utilities, grading and drainage, erosion control, and stormwater management.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Design portions of projects using relevant office software, modeling, and Civil 3D technology.
• Complete engineering calculations using formulas, skills, and/or computers to solve problems.
• Prepare specifications through research and equipment catalogs, identifying materials, installation, inspection, and payment items specific to projects.
• Complete design details and plan sets.
• Conduct research and write objective summary reports used in project work or inspection.
• Assist in preparing engineering and construction cost estimates.
• Complete field observation, inspection, and data collection duties as directed by senior engineering staff.
• Communicate with client staff and the internal design team as directed by senior engineering staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level