Civil Engineer

Edgewood Properties

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; advanced degree a plus.
  • 5-10 years in commercial/high-density residential site design and permitting.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey preferred; EIT actively pursuing PE also considered.
  • Deep understanding of local jurisdictional requirements and land development ordinances.
  • Strong knowledge of NJ Residential Site Improvement Standards (RSIS).
  • Expertise in civil engineering design, including stormwater management and ADA compliance.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and drainage software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead civil engineering efforts for site design and land development.
  • Own project phases from concept through documentation and construction.
  • Mentor junior staff and foster a high-performing team atmosphere.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design feasibility and budget alignment.
  • Manage project tasks, costs, and timelines for efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory codes and ordinances for all projects.
  • Prepare and oversee production of key project documentation and technical reports.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Access to an on-site fitness gym.
  • Discounts on housing and home appliances.
  • Prominent opportunities for career advancement.
Full Job Description
Overview

We're currently seeking an Civil Engineer
Candidate will work full-time in our creative office located in Piscataway, NJ.

5 to 10 years previous experience

All resumes must include a cover letter
Position Summary

This role is for someone who wants more than a job. We're building something real - a portfolio of residential, commercial, and industrial projects across New Jersey - and we're looking for a Civil Engineer who wants to be a core part of that story. The right candidate thrives when no two days look the same, takes pride in watching their work go from napkin sketch to ribbon cutting, and wants to work in an environment where growth is expected, not optional.

This team moves fast and operates across multiple asset classes on genuinely complex projects. The manager leading this group has deep field experience and is hands-on - expect real collaboration, direct feedback, and active investment in your development. The best engineers here don't just execute; they contribute ideas, challenge assumptions, and make the work better. That's the standard we hold ourselves to.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Responsibilities & Technical Contributions
  • Accountable and responsible for quality and quantity of drawings, including signing and sealing work product.
  • Lead civil engineering efforts for site design, grading, utilities, and land development across active project assignments.
  • Own project phases from concept through construction documentation, executing with accuracy and a constructability mindset.
  • Mentor and support junior engineering staff, sharing technical knowledge and setting the tone for a high-performing team environment.
  • Uphold and contribute to the firm's engineering standards and workflows in alignment with ownership expectations and industry best practices.
  • Track progress on assigned tasks and communicate status updates to project leads in a timely, organized manner.

Project Oversight
  • Collaborate with development, entitlements, construction, and operational teams to ensure engineering designs support project feasibility, budget, schedule, and operational goals.
  • Manage assigned project tasks and costs to support profitability and efficiency across civil engineering engagements.
  • Drive engineering work across multiple simultaneous projects, from master planning and site layout to grading, utilities, and permitting.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory codes, municipal zoning ordinances, NJ Residential Site Improvement Standards (RSIS), and agency requirements.
  • Prepare and lead production of concept drawings, drainage reports, sanitary sewer reports, and site investigation reports.
  • Support construction phase services, including review of shop drawings and submittals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work across development, entitlements, construction, architecture, and other teams to ensure engineering solutions are integrated effectively across all disciplines.
  • Coordinate with municipal agencies, contractors, and project leads to advance approvals and permitting.
  • Partner with architectural and interior design teams so civil engineering design supports the full project vision from site through building.

Consultant & Vendor Management
  • Coordinate with external civil engineers, surveyors, geotechnical consultants, and other technical specialists.
  • Review civil engineering deliverables, drawings, and specifications at key project milestones.
  • Manage engineering budgets and track consultant deliverables to maintain schedule and cost efficiency.


Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; advanced degree a plus.
  • Minimum 5-10 years of commercial and/or high-density residential site design and permitting experience.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey preferred; EIT with active pursuit of PE licensure considered.
  • Deep understanding of jurisdictional requirements and municipal land development ordinances.
  • Strong knowledge of NJ Residential Site Improvement Standards (RSIS).
  • Expertise in civil engineering design including site layout, grading, earthwork analysis, ADA compliance, stormwater management, sanitary sewer, water distribution, and soil erosion & sediment control.
  • Construction and constructability expertise as it relates to production of design drawings and resolution of field issues.
  • Foundation and geotechnical experience and understanding.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and drainage software (StormCAD, Hydroflow, HydroCAD).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience working alongside consultant teams and supporting coordination of professional services.


In return, we offer competitive compensation, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental and vision benefits, life insurance,
a 401(k) with company match and a corporate team environment with opportunity of advancment.
Also includes on-site company fitness gym, discounts on housing and home appliances.

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