Land Development Civil Engineer

Land Development Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA

Salary: $90,000–$115,000 annually

Recruiter: Bluebird Staffing

About the Opportunity

Bluebird Staffing is hiring on behalf of a well-established multidisciplinary engineering and design firm seeking a Land Development Engineer to join its team in Chantilly, Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated civil engineer to contribute to a diverse portfolio of public- and private-sector projects while growing professionally within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4–10+ years of civil engineering experience, with a strong background in land development design, site planning, stormwater management, and civil infrastructure. This position offers exposure to a variety of projects, including commercial and residential developments, government facilities, mixed-use communities, utilities, and mission-critical data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop civil engineering designs and construction plans for land development projects.
• Prepare site layouts, grading plans, utility plans, and supporting engineering documentation.
• Design and support stormwater management systems and erosion and sediment control measures.
• Coordinate civil site design with other engineering and design disciplines.
• Assist with project permitting, regulatory submissions, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support project delivery by maintaining design quality, meeting deadlines, and addressing technical challenges.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Approximately 4–10+ years of relevant civil engineering experience, particularly in land development.
• Experience with site design, grading, stormwater management, and civil infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and collaborate effectively with project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience supporting public-sector, federal, or private-sector development projects.
• Familiarity with local land development regulations, permitting processes, and stormwater requirements.
• Experience with commercial, residential, mixed-use, government, utility, or data center projects.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to technical problem-solving.