Civil Engineer / Land Development
About The Position
At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! WRA is seeking a talented and motivated Civil Engineer to join our Civil/Land Development Group in our Fairfax, VA office. Our team provides comprehensive planning, design, permitting, and construction-phase services for a diverse range of site development projects, including higher education campuses, mixed-use developments, planned communities, urban revitalization initiatives, parks, and public spaces. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in civil/site land development engineering.
- Experience with the planning, design, permitting, and construction support of residential, commercial, institutional, or industrial development projects.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative design team.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working on projects within the Mid-Atlantic region preferred.
- Stormwater Management (SWM) and Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) design and permitting experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support and lead the planning, design, and development of site and land development projects.
- Prepare engineering plans, reports, specifications, and permit applications.
- Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and project team members.
- Assist with construction-phase services, including reviews, site visits, and project support.
- Collaborate with engineers, planners, surveyors, and other design professionals to deliver successful projects.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
