Project Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

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.