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:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Land Development Design: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

EIT License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Tampa, FL 33610 (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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