Civil Designer – Land Development

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Civil Designer - Land Development | Virginia Beach, VA

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that’s shaping communities across the eastern United States? VHB’s Virginia offices are looking for a Civil Designer to join our dynamic and growing Land Development and Planning & Design team.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals across diverse disciplines, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects in size and scope. Our clients include leaders in commercial and residential development, industrial and hospitality sectors (including amusement parks), municipal and local governments, federal agencies like the National Park Service, Army Corps of Engineers, and State DOTs. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact while advancing your career with a supportive and innovative team.

Explore how VHB’s Land Development team is transforming communities here: VHB Land Development.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of professionals to develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects, including large-scale industrial developments, biotech, institutional, healthcare and residential
• Support preparation of land development design and permitting documents
• Draft plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Prepare and review drawings and specifications documenting the systems designed
• Participate in meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to help understand project requirements and support discussions about design and permitting topics.
• Support the design team during Construction Administration by assisting with coordination, responding to contractor questions, and helping review submittals and field reports.
• Assist with managing small, medium and large projects
• Support the development of new project opportunities by helping prepare proposals, gathering information, and contributing to writing and formatting.

Skills and Attributes

• Proficient in the following: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, MS Office.  ArcGIS skills highly desirable
• Skills to implement the integrated services approach. Comprehensive understanding of design, details, and construction drawing preparation including site layout, grading, hardscape, drainage, and planting.
• Knowledge of land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Knowledge of construction materials and detailing. Detail drawings, sections, and material specifications
• Experience with green initiative programs and low-impact design (LEED, Envision)
• Creative and detail-oriented engineer with strong design, research, and analytical skills. Excellent communicator, self-motivated, and collaborative, with a proven ability to multitask, think critically, and grow into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 1-3+ years of engineering experience, preferably in land development
• EIT Preferred
• Experience in site layout, grading, utility design and stormwater management
• Understanding of I-64 and Virginia market preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D software required

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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