Project Civil Engineer - Land Development
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 21, 2026. Onterris scores B on the Alion truth index.
About Us
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
A Day in the Life
Our Project Civil Engineer - Land Development position is located in Valley Forge, PA.
The Site Design group provides typical site / civil design services for Institutional, Commercial, Residential, and Industrial projects throughout the Northeast Region. We also support other Onterris groups on a wide variety of projects across the country. The Site Design group is part of the Environmental Engineering and Consulting team that delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. Onterris addresses our clients’ biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.
The compensation range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience and skills.
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
As a key member of the Site Design group, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Development of Subdivision and Land Development Plans
Site grading and utility design in three dimensions using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Stormwater Management design
Erosion & Sedimentation Control and BMP designs
Vertical and horizontal roadway designs
Project detailing
Construction inspection and field testing
Project Management
Manage project budgets, hours and timelines, and interface with clients to provide project status reports and ensure customer needs are met
Support business development efforts including scope development, fee estimation, and proposal generation
Assume additional responsibilities as required
Your Expertise and Skills
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university program
6+ years of relevant experience
A licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in PA
Experience using AutoCAD, HydroCAD, GIS, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel software
Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards, compliance and engineering principles
Excellent problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and demonstrated project management skills to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team environment and build effective working relationships
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.