Civil Engineer – Land Development

Stantec

Civil Engineer managing land development projects at Stantec. Responsible for project evaluation, engineering systems, design development, and project documentation oversight.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,900 - $131,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for projects of average complexity/size.
Evaluates, selects, specifies, and engineers all civil engineered systems or products for a project.
Engages in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
Utilizes technologies in development of three-dimensional models of civil systems and provides markups for junior engineers/designers.
Prepares and revises documentation in various civil phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
Leads project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
Participates in client project requirement meetings and value analysis, and basic cost estimating.
Assists senior engineers/designers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
May lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
Performs and oversees the performance of calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
Utilizes advanced techniques for the analysis of specialized civil elements.
Participates in constructability review.
Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
Assists in the development of new standards and specifications for the civil group.
Works on multiple projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requisite knowledge and application of National Civil Code and applicable energy codes.
General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
Strong knowledge of civil systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies.
Possesses excellent time-management skills
Thorough understanding of task assignment and schedule, budgeting, and efficient use of time and resources.
Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
Thorough understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Effective communicator and able to work on and lead teams.
Presentation and interview skills are preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, WaterCAD, HydroCAD.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
Minimum of 5 years of experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays
Vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringproject managementdesign developmentcalculationsquality assurancequality controlcost estimatingbudgetingtime managementcivil systems analysis

Soft Skills

communicationteam collaborationtime managementcritical thinkingcreativitypresentation skillsleadershipproblem-solvingclient engagementaccuracy checking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer