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Land Development Project Engineer

Alfred Benesch & Company

Allentown, PA · HybridJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Location
Allentown, PAHybrid
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

PA PE License Or Near-Term Licensure, requiredBachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Benesch is seeking a Land Development Project Engineer for its Civil team in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on civil municipal and land development design, including leading site development projects from concept through construction support. The engineer will manage project teams, schedules, and budgets, mentor junior staff, work with clients and agencies, and contribute to strategic growth and project pursuits. The position is hybrid.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Civil Design, requiredPublic Agency Relations, nice to havePlan Development, requiredSpecifications Development, requiredCADD, requiredCommunication, requiredClient Relations, requiredOrganization, requiredIndependent Work, required

Qualifications

5+ Years Civil Design Experience, requiredPA PE License or Near-Term Licensure, requiredBachelor's in Civil Engineering, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job! Land Development Project Engineer We have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our growing Civil team in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Civil Municipal/Land Development design, along with comprehensive knowledge of Municipal and Land Development projects. This role requires expertise in preparing plans in accordance with current industry standards, local ordinances, and state permitting regulations.This position may also involve transportation projects performing stormwater design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and erosion control permitting. Location This position will be a hybrid position in the Benesch Pottsville, Pennsylvania office. Key Projects Leading the Way 1. Alvernia University - Ongoing University Projects: Strengthening educational infrastructure through long-term collaboration on new and renovated school facilities 2. Hazleton Area School District - Ongoing School Projects: Expansion of existing school facilities with numerous site improvements for increased safety and improved traffic flows 3. NorthPoint Development - Mountain Valley Logistics Center and Highridge Logistics Center:Civil/Site design for a national real estate developer. Design and received approval for over 7 million square feet of industrial warehouse space. 4. Land Development projects including residential subdivisions, municipal facilities, and commercial and industrial buildings with associated design and permitting. 5. Local Municipalities and Counties - Various Projects: Enhancing local infrastructure and recreation facilities including roadways, bridges, parks, and recreational courts. The Impact You Will Have 1. Lead site development projects from concept through final design and construction support. 2. Develop and execute project schedules and work plans 3. Manage project teams with accountability for budget and schedule 4. Mentor and support junior staff in technical and professional development 5. Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives and collaborate on regional growth strategy 6. Interact with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders, including the Municipal and County government and permitting agencies. 7. Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events 8. Identify new business opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits What We Are Looking For 1. Minimum of 5 years of diverse and progressive civil design experience 2. Licensed PE in the state of PA or planning to obtain licensure in the near future 3. B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering 4. Experience working with public agencies, private clients and/or municipalities 5. Progressive experience with developing plans, specifications, and submissions per industry standards and requirements 6. Excellent communication and client relation skills 7. Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and s hedules 8. Advanced proficiency in CADD and ability to ensure compliance with project CADD standards 9. Ability to work independently and produce task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner Why Benesch? It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects. Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of. Here's what you can look forward to: 1. Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility. 2. A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees. 3. Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life. 4. Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees. 5. Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes. 6. Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step. Your Next Chapter Starts Here Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow. Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch. **Explore our full benefits here:**Click here Equal Opportunity & Accessibility At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by [email protected]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will

How this job compares

Set against the 5,079 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Pennsylvania median$90–130K/yr98 salary ranges
  • US median$36–47/hr295 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 260 open Project Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 5,079 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,963 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,123 of the 5,079 open Project Engineer jobs (61%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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