Civil Engineer - Land Development (Civil 3D)

Civil Engineer - Land Development (Civil 3D) | 3-8 YearsCompany Name: RTM Engineering ConsultantsLocation: Overland Park, KS • Chicago, IL • Schaumburg, IL • Davenport, IAProject Focus: Commercial, Education, Municipal/Public, Infrastructure Site DevelopmentWork Setting: Flexible / HybridSalary: $75,000 - $105,000 base + performance incentivesRecruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent PartnersPosition OverviewStep into a role where you're not just producing drawings-you're shaping how sites function, perform, and evolve. This position places you at the center of land development execution, blending Civil 3D technical depth with real-world coordination across disciplines. You'll take ownership of grading, drainage, and infrastructure systems while influencing how projects move from concept through construction.Behind the work is a firm that has built its reputation on integration, not silos. Engineers here operate within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary platform where civil, structural, and MEP teams align early and often. With structured internal development programs and a clear path toward leadership, this is an environment designed for engineers who want to grow into decision-makers-not stay in production mode forever.Core ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop civil/site systems including grading, drainage, stormwater management, sanitary sewer, water distribution, roadways, and site circulationProduce high-quality Civil 3D models, construction documents, and permit-ready plan sets with precision and clarityIntegrate stormwater design calculations and support compliance with local and regional regulatory requirementsCoordinate across architects, project managers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure cohesive project deliveryAnalyze surveys, reports, and technical data to inform practical, constructable design solutionsSupport permitting processes through documentation, calculations, and agency coordinationParticipate in site evaluations and contribute to construction-phase support and documentationTrack project scope, schedules, and deliverables while maintaining quality and accountabilityMentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of internal team capabilitiesTake increasing ownership of project components, positioning for future leadership responsibilitiesRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field3-8 years of experience in civil/site and land development engineeringProficiency in Civil 3D (required)Strong understanding of grading, drainage, and site development design principlesAbility to interpret codes, surveys, reports, and construction documentationExperience with permitting processes and coordination workflowsStrong communication skills (written and verbal)Ability and willingness to mentor junior staffU.S. work authorization required (no sponsorship available)Preferred QualificationsEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certificationProfessional Engineer (PE) license or active progression toward licensureExperience across municipal/public, education, or commercial/industrial projectsExposure to multidisciplinary project environmentsAbout RTM Engineering ConsultantsRTM Engineering Consultants is a national, multi-disciplinary engineering firm delivering integrated services across civil, structural, MEP, and related design disciplines. Known for its technical excellence and collaborative culture, RTM provides the scale of a national platform with the accessibility and growth trajectory of a high-performing regional team. Through initiatives like RTM University, the firm prioritizes long-term career development and leadership progression.About Luxus | AEC Talent PartnersLuxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of RTM Engineering Consultants. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.Keywords