- Workplace
- Remote
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- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
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Description
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Job Title: Remote Civil Engineer (100% Work From Home)
Location: Remote from Latin America
Position Type: Full-time
Salary:$2,200 USD/month
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM US Central Daylight Time / CDTOur Client is a full-service, vertically integrated real estate development firm committed to the long-term commercial success of their partner portfolio. By uniting architectural design, civil engineering, and construction management under a single operating model, they deliver cost-effective development plans that minimize upfront entry costs while mitigating schedule, budgetary, and contractor risks. Driven by a commitment to technical precision and operational excellence, they rely on specialized engineering talent to support site development and pre-construction delivery.
Job Overview
Site Design, Civil Layouts & Drafting
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Develops and oversees detailed site design and grading plans for various development projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
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Performs site feasibility analyses and spatial constraints reviews to inform pre-development design decisions.
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Utilizes AutoCAD and civil drafting platforms to generate structural layouts, elevation designs, and visual site renderings.
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Conducts accurate material and earthwork take-offs to support project budgeting and pre-construction estimating.
Stormwater Management & Drainage Engineering
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Designs and develops comprehensive stormwater management and drainage plans tailored to specific site topography and environmental requirements.
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Executes detailed hydrological and hydraulic calculations using industry-standard engineering software to validate pipe sizing, retention basins, and runoff capacities.
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Prepares complete technical documentation and drainage reports for regulatory submission and permit approvals.
Contractor Collaboration & Technical Project Support
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Works closely with US-based general contractors and construction managers to verify that civil designs are practical, cost-effective, and buildable.
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Provides technical guidance and engineering support during construction phases, resolving site inquiries and Requests for Information (RFIs) promptly.
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Coordinates with multi-disciplinary stakeholders (architects, MEP engineers, and project managers) to ensure seamless integration of civil components into master development plans.
Required
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Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university.
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Professional Experience: 3–5+ years of active experience in civil engineering, with a focused concentration on site layout design, stormwater management, and US civil development standards.
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Drafting & Technical Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory; strong practical familiarity with specialized civil software (e.g., Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD) is essential.
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Hydrological Calculation Expertise: Demonstrated experience performing manual and software-assisted drainage calculations and compiling formal engineering reports.
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US Regulatory Familiarity: Solid understanding of US civil engineering codes, municipal zoning frameworks, environmental regulations, and contractor workflows.
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English Communication: Advanced written and spoken English skills, capable of discussing technical engineering concepts clearly with clients, contractors, and project leaders.
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Schedule Availability: Full commitment to working standard US Central business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT).
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Remote Infrastructure: High-performance computer capable of running CAD applications, webcam, headset, and a reliable high-speed internet connection.
Preferred
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Hands-on proficiency with advanced civil engineering software tools (e.g., Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD).
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Prior experience acting as a project management assistant or liaison within vertical real estate development or land development firms.
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Competitive Fixed Compensation: $2,200 USD predictable monthly base salary for a dedicated, full-time remote role.
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High-Impact Professional Exposure: Direct involvement in full-cycle U.S. development and civil engineering projects.
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Dynamic Work Environment: Work alongside a vertically integrated construction and design team.
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100% Remote Infrastructure: Reliable full-time schedule executed entirely from home in Latin America.
Application Disclaimer: Please Read Before Proceeding
To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process, all applications must meet the mandatory requirements listed in the job description.
Voice/Video Recording is REQUIRED
Your application CANNOT be considered without a voice or video recording. It must be at least 30 seconds long and in English. Submissions in any other language or missing a recording will be automatically disqualified.
Mandatory Knockout Questions
Each application includes knockout questions designed to verify minimum qualifications required by the client. If you answer "NO" to any of these, you will be immediately disqualified from the hiring process for not having the experience requested for the role. Please note that the citizenship question is also a knockout if you answer "YES" as we are only able to hire Latin American talent based in Latin America.
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