Civil Engineer, Land Development

About this role

Apex Companies seeks an experienced Civil Engineer for land development projects in the Somerset/Greensburg, PA area. You'll design site layouts, manage stormwater systems, handle permitting, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on private and municipal developments while advancing your career in a growing AEC firm.

What you'll do

• Perform civil design for site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and utility systems
• Support feasibility studies, zoning compliance reviews, and permitting coordination with agencies
• Prepare design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports
• Collaborate with project managers, planners, and surveyors to move projects from concept through construction
• Participate in client meetings, contractor coordination, and construction support activities
• Maintain project documentation, budgets, and progress tracking within internal systems

What they're looking for

• Civil 3D design and drafting
• Stormwater modeling (HydroCAD, HEC-RAS preferred)
• Grading and drainage design
• PADEP permitting processes
• MS Office proficiency
• Technical writing and communication
• Site feasibility and due diligence analysis
• Project management and scheduling

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
• 401k match and tuition assistance
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives
• Cross-training opportunities on diverse project types
• Access to 70+ locations and 2,000+ employee national firm resources

Likely interview questions

• Walk us through your experience with PADEP permitting—what agencies and project types have you worked with most?
• Describe a time you managed conflicting schedules or stakeholder concerns on a land development project.