Your future position: Civil/Land Development Project Manager

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Land Development Engineer to support our growing Florida operations. This position will focus on site development design, permitting, and project delivery for a variety of residential, commercial, institutional, and municipal projects.

You will play a critical role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, managing design efforts, and coordinating directly with clients and regulatory agencies across Florida.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Perform detailed land development design, including:

• Site grading and drainage plans

• Stormwater management and water quality systems

• Water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure

• Roadway and access design

• Prepare and oversee construction drawings, calculations, and specifications

• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for stormwater systems and drainage basins

• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and or MicroStation and related design software for production and design leadership

• Lead permitting efforts for land development projects

• Prepare and submit permit applications and respond to RFIs/RAIs through approval

• Ensure compliance with Florida agencies (FDEP, Water Management Districts, local municipalities)

• Meet with clients to establish project vision, scope, and design intent

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies

• Manage multiple projects while maintaining budgets, schedules, and quality standards

• Provide quality control review of plans and calculations

Education/Certification/Licenses Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer license in Florida

Must-haves, what you will bring

• 5+ years of land development engineering experience
• Experience in site design, grading, drainage, and utilities
• Strong knowledge in stormwater design and permitting in Florida
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
• Experience managing or independently executing design tasks and projects
• Ability to multi-task across projects and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering plans and surveys

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $100,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer