Project Civil Engineer

1 week ago

Newark, New Jersey, United States HR Advantages Full time $100,000 - $115,000 per year

Why Join This Team?

This isn't just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm—it's a dynamic, people-first organization where innovation is sparked by individuality. With over 50 years of success and a spot on the ENR Top 500, our client is known for cultivating a supportive, engaging, and empowering work environment. Team members take pride in their projects, are encouraged to grow professionally, and enjoy a strong culture of mentorship and collaboration.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on public and private sector projects—while being surrounded by passionate professionals who truly value your contributions—this is the opportunity for you.

Position Overview

Targeted HR Consulting is recruiting a Project Engineer to join a growing Newark-based team focused on land development and municipal infrastructure projects. This full-time, in-office role offers the chance to lead complex civil engineering designs and work across markets including public works, private development, and utilities.

We're seeking a confident professional with at least 8 years of experience, strong technical acumen, and the ability to mentor junior staff while coordinating multidisciplinary projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple land development and municipal projects, maintaining schedules and budgets
  • Serve as primary client contact, including attending regular meetings and supporting proposals
  • Prepare technical design drawings, specifications, and reports from schematic through construction
  • Oversee permitting processes with local and state regulatory agencies
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers and drafters on stormwater, utility, and erosion control design
  • Coordinate tasks across engineering disciplines and monitor deliverables for quality and timeliness

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • 8+ years of professional experience in civil/site design or land development
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in NJ (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
  • Strong working knowledge of site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and permitting
  • Proficient with engineering design tools (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred) and office software (MS Office 365, Adobe, etc.)
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Local candidates only – relocation is not provided
  • Must be authorized to work in the US without work visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as CME, CFM, or PP
  • Project management or multi-discipline coordination experience
  • Familiarity with Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) modeling tools
  • Experience using Bluebeam Revu

Full Benefits Package Includes

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply Now

If you're a local Project Engineer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Targeted HR Consulting is proud to partner with forward-thinking engineering firms to match top talent with exciting career opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100, $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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