Civil/Site Land Development Engineer
About The Position
Design. Develop. Deliver. Shape the Future of Land Development in Columbus! Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a passionate and driven Project Engineer to join our Land Development team in Columbus, OH! At Colliers Engineering & Design, we’re more than engineers—we’re strategic partners helping clients bring their visions to life. From initial site feasibility studies through design and construction, our team delivers smart, sustainable solutions that anticipate challenges and drive success. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of impactful projects, from vibrant residential communities to cutting-edge commercial developments—spanning office, retail, education, healthcare, mixed-use, energy, and industrial sectors. If you’re ready to make your mark on the landscape of Columbus and beyond, join our innovative team and help build what’s next!
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering is required.
- 4+ years of related land development (civil/site) experience is required.
- EIT (Engineer in Training) certification is required.
- Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
- Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Nice To Haves
- PE license is preferred.
- Experience with MicroStation, HydroCAD, WaterCAD, HEC-HMS/-RAS, OpenRoads, and InRoads is a plus.
- Prior experience with business development, project management, client facing, or estimating costs is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design land development projects using Civil 3D including site, grading, and utilities.
- Review of municipal zoning and land development ordinances and applicable agency regulations to determine land development limitations for the property.
- Site Investigation & Due Diligence includes the review of ordinances, utility service research, outside agency regulations, and site visits to establish comprehensive development guidelines.
- Preparation of Concept Drawings based upon client’s development objectives and conclusions of due diligence. Involves preparation of concept plan, including coordination with AutoCAD draftsmen.
- Leadership role in the review and design of Stormwater Management & Stormwater Conveyance Systems including use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydrology design software.
- Skills should include preparation of pipe sizing calculations for stormwater conveyance systems including drainage area maps.
- Surface runoff coefficients, invert, slope, velocity & hydraulic grade line evaluation using the Rational Method & Manning’s Equation.
- Knowledge of stormwater management design regulations.
- Grading design to ensure value engineering is achieved through earthwork analysis, and site safety is accomplished using appropriate design slopes.
- Subdivision and site plan design and layout.
- Design of utility systems including stormwater conveyance, sanitary sewer service, pump station design, water, gas, telephone service, etc. Also involves determination and resolution of vertical and horizontal utility conflicts that may exist.
- Soil erosion & sediment control design including stability calculations, best management practices, swale design, spillway design, and determination of construction sequence.
- Preparation of Construction Cost Estimates based upon site plan drawings as required for bonding and client purposes.
- Potential to take an active leadership role and guide junior staff.
- Work closely with the Infrastructure department to help with utility coordination and municipal utility design for complex highway and bridge projects.
Benefits
- company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- paid pregnancy disability leave
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- life insurance
- a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
- paid time off that includes parental and military leave
- employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
- reimbursement for education
- a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
- mentorship program
- wellness program
- Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
