Lead Civil Engineer - Land Development

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer / Land Development for our Charlotte, NC office. This position is available to an experienced engineer or a project manager with the drive and desire to make an impact in the Charlotte Community.

The individual will be responsible for leading design, planning, and scheduling. The successful candidate will provide leadership, mentorship, and design assistance to engineering staff for civil engineering and land development related projects.

This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, opportunities to go through our leadership development program and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder. Our Propel Leadership Development Program provides opportunities for personal and professional growth to develop the next generation of leaders.

Duties

• Development of detailed site and grading plans, and erosion and sediment control plans
• Storm water management design, water and wastewater design, roadway and parking design, and construction detailing and specifications.
• Preparation of inventory assessments, analyses, and reports
• Assist with business development in the Charlotte, NC region.
• Engage in public outreach, business development, marketing, and client communication.
• Manage preliminary and final design and construction phase services for multiple projects.
• Complete civil and site research, report preparation, and technical specifications.
• Responsible for design, specifications, plans, maps, project schedule, and budgets.
• Review for quality assurance and control and ensure compliance with LaBella’s quality standards.
• Participate in and facilitate meetings with stakeholders and clients.
• Review and interpretation of local codes from various jurisdictions to determine regulatory requirements for site development.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in the civil engineering field.
• Licensed professional engineer in North Carolina required or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Business development experience and network of clients preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and analytical/problem solving skills are essential.

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Project management experience a plus, but we will train.
• Possess a high capacity for self-motivation and be able to apply engineering knowledge to a wide variety of projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and analytical/problem solving skills are essential.
• Must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and staff from various agencies.
• Planning, organizing, scheduling and project management experience.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.