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 Alvernia University – Ongoing University Projects: Strengthening educational infrastructure through long-term collaboration on new and renovated school facilities Hazleton Area School District – Ongoing School Projects: Expansion of existing school facilities with numerous site improvements for increased safety and improved traffic flows 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. Land Development projects including residential subdivisions, municipal facilities, and commercial and industrial buildings with associated design and permitting. Local Municipalities and Counties – Various Projects: Enhancing local infrastructure and recreation facilities including roadways, bridges, parks, and recreational courts. The Impact You Will Have Lead site development projects from concept through final design and construction support. Develop and execute project schedules and work plans Manage project teams with accountability for budget and schedule Mentor and support junior staff in technical and professional development Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives and collaborate on regional growth strategy Interact with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders, including the Municipal and County government and permitting agencies. Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events Identify new business opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits What We Are Looking For Minimum of 5 years of diverse and progressive civil design experience Licensed PE in the state of PA or planning to obtain licensure in the near future B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering Experience working with public agencies, private clients and/or municipalities Progressive experience with developing plans, specifications, and submissions per industry standards and requirements Excellent communication and client relation skills Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules Advanced proficiency in CADD and ability to ensure compliance with project CADD standards 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. Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here. 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 emailing TalentAcquisition@benesch.com . 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 be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis. If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here . Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found. External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee. All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com
