Project Engineer - Land Development

LJA • Charleston, SC

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer in Land Development. This role involves conceptualizing the initial design approach for a major phase of a large project or taking overall responsibility for the engineering work on a project of limited scope. LJA is an employee-owned company that fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing opportunities for growth through hands-on experience and exposure to diverse clients and services. The organization is designed to amplify capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner, collaborating with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of post-graduate experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates engineering work involving conventional engineering practices but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements.
• May work as an Assistant Project Manager or Assistant Project Engineer.
• Supervision of less experienced engineers or technical support personnel is exercised on an assignment basis and is not an ongoing substantial component at this level.
• Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Determines additional information that is needed from internal clients and coordinates them directly with LJA.
• Makes basic decisions regarding alternative procedures when information is not given.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees