Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

Company: Mackay Sposito
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description MacKay Sposito is currently seeking a Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development for our Vancouver, WA office. This position is available to an experienced engineer or a project manager with the drive and desire to make an impact as we grow and expand. In this leadership role, you’ll oversee land development projects from concept through completion, manage key client relationships, and ensure the technical quality of engineering deliverables. You will play a vital part in shaping our team's success by mentoring junior staff, guiding engineering standards, providing design expertise, and driving complex projects forward with excellence. We offer a comfortable and collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangement options available. We’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. If that sounds good to you, let’s talk. Key Responsibilities: Manage complex land development projects to ensure alignment with scope, budget, schedule, and quality goals. Serve as the engineering lead for high-profile clients, maintaining strong and proactive partnerships. Oversee and implement quality control procedures for engineering deliverables. Provide technical oversight on site development plans, stormwater reports, utility design, grading, and roadway improvements. Directly supervise engineering staff and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams. Train, mentor, and develop junior engineers to strengthen team capacity and continuity. Review and approve engineering designs to ensure compliance with standards, codes, and project objectives. Collaborate with leadership on resource planning, process improvement, and project risk management. Support business development by identifying opportunities and contributing to proposal efforts. Engage with public agencies and stakeholders to facilitate permitting and project approvals. Stay current with evolving regulations, emerging technology, and industry best practices. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. 8 years of civil engineering experience, focused on land development. Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Washington. Proven leadership of project teams and client relationships. Strong working knowledge of local and regional development standards and permitting processes. Demonstrated experience in engineering quality control and technical design review. Skilled in AutoCAD Civil 3D and industry-relevant design tools. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to lead, coach, and inspire junior engineers. Preferred Qualifications: 8 years of experience in land development engineering, including project and staff management. Experience with both private and public sector land development clients. Familiarity with agency requirements in the Pacific Northwest region. Business development experience, including proposal preparation and client engagement. Proficiency with project management software (such as Microsoft Project, Deltek Ajera, or Deltek Vantagepoint). A strong personal drive to lead, grow, and contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team. Skills and Abilities: Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D. Excellent verbal and written communications and analytical/problem-solving skills are essential Must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and staff from various agencies Planning, organizing, scheduling, and project management experience Why join the MacKay Sposito team? A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions. An excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of. A focus on community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we support several local organizations focusing on community pillars surrounding veterans and the youth. Our team members serve in volunteer positions as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and participate across a broad range of initiatives. Our Values At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to possessing first-rate technical skills, we seek individuals who are friendly, honest, and dedicated to their work. We know that work isn't only about who you work for, but also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible. We firmly believe in the principle of constructive candor – always providing the client with everything they need to know to make fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed, and supportive environment, we’re able to challenge our people to be the best they can be and celebrate every success. Who We Are With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer a range of services, including civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we now deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations. The annual wage range for this position is $125,000 -$150,000, depending on experience. Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401 (k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation time, paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays, and are eligible to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay Sposito covers expenses associated with licensure, as well as annual performance bonuses. Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. As a federal Contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Open until filled. Powered by JazzHR 5TSbCWCleD

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