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Land Development Engineer - Civil PE / EIT (Texas) in Dallas

Date Posted: 18 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A respected Texas civil/land development consulting firm is hiring a Land Development Engineer to design residential subdivisions, mixed-use communities, and commercial sites. You'll work directly with developers and municipalities on projects that turn raw land into new neighborhoods and job centers across Texas. Both PE and experienced EIT candidates are welcome in this permanent role.

What you'll do

  • Design subdivision and site layouts, including grading, paving, storm drainage, water, and sanitary sewer
  • Prepare construction plans, drainage studies, and engineering reports
  • Coordinate with developers, planners, surveyors, and municipal and MUD/district reviewers
  • Prepare entitlement, platting, and permitting submittals
  • Prepare cost estimates and support bidding and construction phase services
  • Manage project deliverables, schedules, and client communication

What you bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • Texas PE license, or Texas EIT with solid land development experience
  • 3+ years of land development or site civil design experience in Texas
  • Familiarity with Texas municipal, county, and drainage district criteria
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Strong organization and client communication skills

What's offered

  • Competitive salary ($100k-$130k) based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Clear growth into project manager and senior engineer roles
  • Support for PE licensure and continuing education
  • A steady pipeline of developer-driven projects across Texas

How to apply: Send your resume today for a confidential conversation about this role. All inquiries are confidential, and your resume will not be shared with any employer without your permission.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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