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Civil Engineer – Land Development & Permitting (Hybrid | Orange County, CA)

Are you a seasoned Civil Engineer ready to lead impactful land development projects across California? Do you thrive in client-facing roles and enjoy navigating complex permitting landscapes? If so, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic team driving innovation in urban planning, mixed-use development, and environmental design.

What You’ll Do

+ Spearhead land development projects from concept to approval, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery.

+ Prepare and process civil engineering plans for city and agency review.

+ Lead internal meetings and provide expert guidance on design and permitting strategies.

+ Engage directly with clients to address technical questions and shape project outcomes.

+ Use Civil 3D and AutoCAD to develop high-quality design documents.

+ Apply deep knowledge of California permitting and CEQA to ensure compliance.

+ Leverage established workflows and templates to streamline project execution.

What You Bring

+ 5+ years of civil engineering experience, with a focus on land development.

+ Proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD.

+ Strong understanding of California permitting procedures and CEQA.

+ Experience submitting plans to cities and public agencies.

+ Excellent communication skills and confidence in leading technical discussions.

+ PE license in California preferred—or actively pursuing licensure.

Bonus Points

+ Familiarity with industry-standard templates and workflows.

+ Background in private-sector land development, especially in commercial, industrial, mixed-use, or master-planned communities.

+ Strategic BD mindset with the ability to contribute to revenue growth and client acquisition.

Compensation & Growth

+ Base salary up to $250K, with flexibility up to $300K for candidates bringing a $10M+ book of business.

+ Hybrid work schedule with a 9/80 option (every other Friday off).

+ Access to proposal writing support and strategic BD resources.

+ Opportunity to grow within a firm expanding its Southern California footprint—open to candidates from small firms or those seeking acquisition opportunities.

Development Sectors You’ll Impact

+ Mixed-use and urban infill

+ Transit-oriented development

+ Parks, trails, and open space

+ Streetscapes and downtown revitalization

+ Residential and commercial/industrial facilities

Ready to shape California’s future through thoughtful design and strategic development? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Benefits401(k) Dental, health, vision, and life insurancePaid time off

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tustin,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.