Assistant Civil Engineer – Land Development

Assistant Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Land Development

Location: Arden, NC
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Project Manager / Sr. Project Manager / Department Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt

About the Role

FEI is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support land development engineering projects through detailed design production, coordination with project managers, and assistance with agency permitting and approvals.

This role is intended for a civil engineer with hands-on land development experience who is building toward full project management responsibilities. It is best suited for candidates who have already worked on real-world projects in a consulting environment and are ready to take on increased technical and coordination responsibility.

This position works closely with licensed Project Managers and is not an entry-level graduate role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with project quality, efficiency, and design in conformance with standards of practice and company policy
• Prepare land development plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including:
  • Subdivisions and roadway design
  • Water, sewer, and storm sewer systems
  • Grading, erosion control, and stormwater management plans
  • Final plats and construction documents
• Apply surveying data to engineering design with a working knowledge of land surveying
• Take direction from Project Managers to produce plans in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with maintaining project schedules and timely completion of deliverables
• Prepare reports, specifications, studies, permits, and project documentation
• Coordinate plan submittals and permits with outside agencies
• Promote teamwork, communication, and efficient utilization of resources
• Support positive relationships with clients and regulatory agencies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 2+ years of practical land development engineering experience in a consulting environment
• Experience working under licensed Professional Engineers on active projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• North Carolina Engineer Intern (EI) registration or active progress toward licensure
• Experience with Ajera or similar project/financial management software
• Exposure to permitting and agency coordination

Work Environment & Schedule

• Office-based position
• Mon–Thu: 7:30am–5:30pm | Fri: 7:30am–11:30am

Why FEI

• Relationship-driven consulting culture
• Clear growth path toward Project Manager and Professional Engineer roles
• Exposure to a wide variety of land development projects
• Stable workload with predictable scheduling

🚫 Recruiter Notice

Direct applicants only. FEI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. FEI does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.