Project Engineer - Land Development

Pape-Dawson • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

Pape-Dawson’s Louisville office was established by the acquisition of Prism Engineering. Established in 2006, the Louisville office provides specialized expertise in programmatic retail and commercial development projects. Partnering seamlessly with our resources across the Southeast region, our Louisville team provides comprehensive civil engineering, surveying, and professional services for development projects in Kentucky and beyond. Overview: The Project Engineer - Land Development leads the design and coordination of land development projects for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Applies advanced civil engineering knowledge to produce site layouts, grading, utilities, and drainage plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development (site or residential)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with grading, utility, and drainage design standards
• Occasional overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for civil site projects
• Develop grading, drainage, and utility designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Conduct feasibility analyses and layout studies for site optimization
• Support permitting efforts with reports, exhibits, and technical responses
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory entities
• Perform quality reviews of design deliverables
• Guide junior engineers and review their technical work
• Prepare drainage studies and utility service reports
• Manage task-level schedules and project milestones
• Attend client meetings and contribute to project planning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees