Engineer – Sustainable Land Development (2–5 Years Experience)
Location: Tampa, Florida (Remote/Hybrid Position – Tampa residency required)
Company: Wicks Consulting Group, Inc.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Wicks Consulting Group (WCG) is a fast-growing civil engineering and planning firm nationally recognized for our innovative work in sustainable land development, flood resilience, and large-scale master-planned communities. We are seeking a highly motivated Engineerwith 2–5 years of land development experience to join our team.
This is a remote-first position, and unlike many firms, WCG intentionally structures remote work to give you more time for your family, more flexibility in your day, and more freedom to travel while still growing your career. We trust our team with autonomy, and we believe great engineering can coexist with a great life.
Candidates must reside in the Tampa, FL area to participate in periodic in-person training, project field walks, and collaborative development opportunities.
About the Role
As an Engineer at WCG, you will support a variety of sustainable land development and stormwater projects throughout Florida and beyond. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and project managers on tasks including:
- Site design for residential, mixed-use, and conservation-based communities
- Grading, drainage, and stormwater management design aligned with modern resiliency standards
- Utility Design (WaterCAD, SewerCAD or similar experience)
- Preparation of plans, technical reports, and design calculations
- Coordination with permitting agencies, municipalities, and multidisciplinary project teams
- Hydrologic/hydraulic analyses (ICPR, HEC-RAS 2D, StormWise experience a plus)
- GIS mapping and design support (ArcGIS, Civil 3D preferred)
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about sustainability, eager to learn, and motivated to contribute meaningfully to impactful projects across the region.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
- 2–5 years of experience in land development, stormwater engineering, or site design
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Solid understanding of grading, utilities, stormwater design, and permitting processes
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Must reside in the Tampa, Florida area or be willing to relocate
- EIT preferred but not required
- Reliable high-speed internet
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with resilient design, Low Impact Development (LID), or sustainable planning
- Familiarity with SWFWMD, SFWMD, or Florida municipal permitting
- Modeling experience with ICPR, HEC-RAS 2D, StormWise, SWMM, or similar tools
- GIS experience and comfort with data-driven design workflows
- A passion for innovative engineering and future-forward community design
Why Join WCG?
We are committed not only to advancing sustainable communities—but also to creating a workplace where our people can thrive.
Work-Life Advantages
- Remote-first culture designed to give you more time back in your day
- Flexibility to build a schedule that works for you and your family
- Freedom to travel while maintaining full workflows
- Supportive, collaborative team that values autonomy and trust
- Opportunities to work on nationally recognized resilient communities
Benefits
WCG offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive salary
- Year end bonus
- Unlimited PTO (with a culture that encourages using it)
- 5 paid company holidays
- QSEHRA health reimbursement benefit
- 401(k) retirement plan +generous employer contributions
- Company-provided Going.com travel membership
- Company-provided digital business cards
- All standard equipment for remote work setup
- Professional development support, training, and licensure assistance
- Opportunities for rapid advancement in a growing firm
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, optional sample work, and a brief note on why sustainable land development interests you to:careers@wickscg.com
Pay: $70,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Education:
Experience:
- Land Development Design: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- Tampa, FL 33610 (Required)
Work Location: Remote
