Careers

Location:        Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:            $85,000 – $100,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon is a recognized professional services design firm providing civil engineering, water resources engineering, landscape architecture, sports and recreation, land planning, surveying and mapping, and physical site security design to a broad spectrum of market sectors and clients. What makes Gordon unique is the wide range of municipal, state, federal and private sector clients we serve.  These projects range from once in a lifetime, mixed-use projects of enormous scale to smaller scale projects that provide an excellent opportunity for engineers to develop as professionals. 

Gordon’s private sector work includes a vast land development portfolio comprised of large mixed-use campuses, data centers, residential subdivisions, multi-family developments, retail, and industrial projects.  Gordon has a proven track record of working with local municipalities, state agencies, and federal agencies, such as the DOD, USACE, NAVFAC, DHS, GSA, NIH, NPS, WHS, VA, Smithsonian, and others.

Gordon has a dedicated Water Resources Team, providing services in the following areas: stormwater management design (land development applications), stormwater construction inspections, stormwater operation and maintenance, floodplain analysis and permitting, and dam breach analysis and permitting.

This Opportunity

Gordon is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Water Resources Team within our Chantilly, VA office.  A resume and cover letter are requested.

This individual will have the opportunity to work on stormwater management design, construction, and maintenance operations on a wide variety of new development and re-development projects.  Our projects implement a wide variety of stormwater management facilities, such as bioretentions, green roofs, permeable pavements, ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities.  

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth in a work atmosphere that strives for excellence and emphasizes teamwork.  This position also offers the opportunity to grow into the other Water Resources team service offerings, including hydrology and hydraulic modeling in support of floodplain and dam projects.

Technical Design Opportunities

• Prepare construction documents for new and redevelopment projects, including maps, computations, narratives, construction details, and specifications
• Design all types of SWM facilities, including design on multi-phased development projects
• Conduct construction observations for all types of SWM facilities and other related construction administration
• Develop and execute stormwater operation and maintenance programs for entities owning large SWM assets

General Job Responsibilities

• Production of final construction documents
• Develop stormwater management concept plans
• Conduct construction and maintenance inspections
• Review construction administration 
• Develop local and state permit applications
• Prepare technical reports
• Research regulatory codes, manuals, and standards
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Meet and coordinate with regulators to address comments and facilitate approval
• Communicate effectively with team members
• Manage clients and develop project schedules / workplans
• Perform other duties as required

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 2+ years in the land development field
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or similar degree
• Advanced Autocad skills
• Strong mathematical/analytical skills
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills
• Strong quality control skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-training certification
• Professional Engineer license
• Proficiency with H & H modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-1, HY-8, Flowmaster
• Proficiency with ArcMap, or similar

Resumes and work samples/ portfolio along with any minimum salary requirements should be forwarded to jobs@gordon.us.com in PDF format.

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $90,000 – $115,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary firm of design professionals with the common goal of providing creative design solutions to today’s challenging environment is seeking Land Development Engineers with 4-10+ years of civil engineering experience for our Chantilly, VA office.   Our staff of Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, Planners, Security Consultants, and Surveyors work together in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.

Eligible candidates will work on exciting and diverse projects of all sizes for both the public and private sectors. Project types include mixed-use/transit-oriented design, government facilities, residential, commercial, office, utilities and infrastructure, mission critical/data centers and more.

Candidates should have experience in civil engineering land development design, including site planning, stormwater management, and infrastructure design for private sector clients and public sector/federal agencies.  Minimum requirements include: civil engineering degree and Civil3D/AutoCAD skills.  The ideal candidate will need to be highly motivated, enthusiastic and focused as the firm implements a number of exciting strategic initiatives.   EIT or PE a plus.

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education Reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter in pdf format, including salary requirements to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE /Vet/Disabled

Resumes and work samples/ portfolio along with any minimum salary requirements should be forwarded to jobs@gordon.us.com in PDF format.

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $110,000 – $140,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary firm of design professionals with the common goal of providing creative design solutions to today’s challenging environment is seeking Land Development Project Managers/Senior Project Managers with 6-15+ years of civil engineering experience for our Chantilly, VA office.   Our staff of Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, Planners, Security Consultants, and Surveyors work together in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.

Eligible candidates will work on exciting and diverse projects of all sizes for both the public and private sectors. Project types include mixed-use/transit-oriented design, government facilities, residential, commercial, office, utilities and infrastructure, mission critical/data centers and more.

Candidates should have experience in civil engineering land development design, including site planning, stormwater management, and infrastructure design for private sector clients and public sector/federal agencies.  Minimum requirements include: civil engineering degree and Civil3D/AutoCAD skills.  The ideal candidate will need to be highly motivated, enthusiastic and focused as the firm implements a number of exciting strategic initiatives.   EIT or PE a plus.

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education Reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter in pdf format, including salary requirements to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE /Vet/Disabled

Location: Chantilly, VA (Washington, DC Metro Area)
Salary Range: $160,000 – $190,000*

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Bonus Eligibility: Annual performance-based bonus tied to company, department, and individual performance
PTO: 23+ days annually

Position Summary

Gordon is seeking an experienced and licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to serve as its Survey and Mapping Practice Leader. This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, operational management, technical oversight, and continued growth of the Surveying and Mapping Department. This is an in-office position based out of our Chantilly, VA corporate headquarters.

The Practice Leader will oversee a team of survey professionals, and technical support staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality surveying services. This individual will support business development efforts, maintain strong client relationships, and champion innovation, quality, safety throughout the practice.

The ideal candidate brings extensive land surveying experience, proven leadership capabilities, and a commitment to building a high-performing department that supports the firm’s long-term strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Department Management

• Lead and oversee all surveying and mapping operations, establishing departmental strategies, policies, procedures, and technical standards aligned with company objectives.
• Manage departmental performance, including workload forecasting, staffing, revenue projections, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.
• Represent the Survey Department in Director and Board-level discussions and promote a collaborative, accountable, and positive work environment.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop surveying managers, project managers, team leaders, and field and office staff.
• Oversee recruiting, training, performance management, succession planning, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, teamwork, and career growth.

Project & Operational Oversight

• Provide senior-level oversight of surveying projects, including scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, milestones, and overall project performance.
• Work with managers and team leaders to balance departmental resources and ensure projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with client commitments.
• Maintain strong technical knowledge of surveying methodologies, computations, technology, and industry best practices.
• Oversee and delegate departmental QA/QC programs, SOPs, and technical standards to ensure consistent, high-quality work.
• Ensure surveying operations comply with applicable professional standards, regulations, company policies, and risk management requirements.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and serve as a senior technical and operational resource.
• Prepare and review proposals, scopes, budgets, and cost estimates and support RFQs, RFPs, presentations, and other business development efforts.
• Identify opportunities to expand surveying services, strengthen client relationships, and support company growth.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
• 10+ years of experience in land surveying, project management, and surveying operations, including leadership of teams, departments, or business units.
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, financial performance, workload and revenue forecasting, and resource planning.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, employees, and executive leadership.

This job description provides a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities associated with this position and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all work requirements. As organizational priorities and business needs change, responsibilities may be revised, expanded, or reassigned at the discretion of management.

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education Reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter in pdf format, including salary requirements to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE /Vet/Disabled

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $65,000-75,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon, a leading Washington, DC-area multi-disciplinary design firm specializing in civil engineering, site planning, land surveying, and landscape architecture, is seeking a Unanet A/E Billing Specialist.  The candidate should possess advanced skills in Unanet A/E billing, project set-up and maintenance, as well as some proficiency in Microsoft Excel.  (Deltek Vision billing experience is also a plus, as Gordon is still in the process of migrating from Vision to Unanet.)  The candidate will support the Billing Manager in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.  The candidate must be extremely detailed-oriented; have the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; have strong written and oral communication skills; be a team player; be able to multi-task; and work independently.  Gordon’s staff collaborates in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.  

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) plan; continuing education reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE/Disabled/Vet

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $85,000-$95,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon, a leading Washington, DC-area multi-disciplinary design firm specializing in civil engineering, site planning, land surveying, and landscape architecture, is seeking a Unanet A/E Billing Manager to join its accounting team on-site in Chantilly, Virginia.  The candidate should possess supervisory experience and advanced skills in Unanet A/E billing, project set-up/maintenance, and related functions, as well as some proficiency in Microsoft Excel.  (Deltek Vision billing experience is also a plus, as Gordon is still in the process of migrating from Vision to Unanet.)  The candidate must be detail-oriented, have the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, have strong written and oral communication skills, be a team player, and work independently.

Reporting to the CFO, the Billing Manager will supervise staff members (currently consisting of two billing accountants and one accounts receivable/collections accountant), as well as participate directly in the monthly billing process.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Set up new projects in Unanet A/E including general information, budgets and billing terms.
• Save and organize new project contracts, additional work authorizations and other billing-related correspondence in Gordon’s project contract database.
• Generate draft invoices (pre-bills) and WIP reports on a monthly basis; distribute to project managers.
• Process and post invoices based on pre-bill mark-ups received from project managers; send invoices to clients in accordance with contract billing instructions.
• When required, prepare special client-requested invoice formats or input invoices into client’s vendor management system.
• Process billing adjustments and void/reissue invoices as necessary.
• Generate various post-billing reports for management.
• Supervise close-out procedures after a project is completed.
• Periodically update project number database on Gordon intranet.
• Advise and assist accounts receivable/collections accountant as necessary.
• Provide staff training and guidance as necessary.
• Execute other ad hoc reports and tasks as requested by the CFO and executive management.

Gordon’s staff collaborates in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.   Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) plan; continuing education reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE/Disabled/Vet

Location: Chantilly, VA (Washington, DC Metro Area)
Salary Range: $80,000-$105,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Position Summary

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary firm of design professionals with the common goal of providing creative design solutions to today’s challenging environment, is seeking a Project Surveyor/Senior Project Surveyor with a minimum of 5+ years of surveying experience for our Chantilly, VA office.   Our staff of Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, Planners, Security Consultants, and Surveyors work together in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.

These positions are responsible for transforming raw field data, survey notes, and legal descriptions into precise technical drawings, maps, and official survey plats. Utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software, this role supports residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects by creating accurate visual and legal representations of land boundaries, topography, and existing conditions. The ideal candidate blends technical drafting mastery with a foundational understanding of surveying principles. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft Survey Deliverables: Prepare detailed, accurate survey documents including Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Subdivision Plats, As-Built Surveys, and Easement/Right-of-Way exhibits. 
• Process Field Data: Import, reduce, and manage electronic field data (such as CSV, GPS coordinates, and data collector files) into CAD platforms; process digital terrain models (DTM), surfaces, and contours. 
• Conduct Record Research: Search and interpret public land records, deeds, historical plats, land titles, and municipal right-of-way data to help establish property lines and resolve boundary discrepancies. 
• Read & Interpret Legal Descriptions: Review, interpret, and write metes-and-bounds legal descriptions for land acquisition or easement efforts. 
• Quality Control & Revisions: Revise drawings based on QA/QC redlines, reviewer comments, and municipal feedback, ensuring absolute compliance with local ordinances, state-mandated drafting standards, and company workflows. 
• Collaborate Internally: Work closely with field survey crews to clarify field notes and coordinate seamlessly with project engineers and surveyors to meet strict design specifications and project deadlines. 
• Maintain Data Integrity: Archive and organize digital drawing files, project folders, and reference systems (such as Autodesk Vault) to ensure efficient retrieval and future reference. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

• CAD Proficiency: Advanced software experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil infrastructure elements and general land surveying/geomatics theory. 
• Interpretation Skills: Proven ability to accurately read and translate engineering plans, legal descriptions, historical deeds, and field sketches. 
• Attention to Detail: High level of precision with mathematical calculations and visual layout aesthetics. 
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills to coordinate between field personnel, office managers, and municipal staff. 
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight schedules without sacrificing accuracy. 

Education & Experience Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ of dedicated land survey drafting experience within a civil engineering or surveying firm. 
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate degree or Technical Certificate in Drafting/CAD, Geomatics, or Civil Engineering Technology is highly preferred. 

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education Reimbursement; and more.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send resume and cover letter in pdf format, including salary requirements to jobs@gordon.us.com.  To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.gordon.us.com.

EOE /Vet/Disabled

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $140,000-$175,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary design firm located in Northern VA (Chantilly), is seeking a seasoned professional with over 10+ years of experience working in both the public and private sectors to serve as Gordon’s Director of Land Planning.  Gordon has a 50-year history of successfully providing services to diverse clientele supporting recent high-profile projects including the campus design for a Fortune 100 Companies; affordable housing; mixed-use; retail; residential and award winning parks and recreation projects. The position provides an exciting opportunity for the ideal candidate who is interested in growing Gordon’s land use planning business practice.

The successful candidate will have the experience to manage a variety of clients, a group of talented planners and landscape architects, and projects of varying scales and complexity.  The candidate must be able to manage and coordinate clients and must be able to work collaboratively between other internal design groups. The candidate should possess a willingness to engage in certain business development aspects of the position

that will help lead to expanding the land use and zoning/entitlement practices at Gordon. 

Specific design experience is preferred in areas such as: Master Planning; Urban Design; Landscape Architecture; Streetscapes; Mixed-Use Development, Commercial, Campus Style Development. Additionally, a background in sustainable design practices is a plus. The following are additional qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture or Architecture.
• An AICP planning professional or professional (licensed) landscape architect
• Leadership in marketing outreach and project specific business development endeavors.
• Self-motivated individual that can handle multiple projects & responsibilities while helping the firm’s landscape architecture practice grow and develop.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and AutoCAD is highly preferred.
• Previous experience with master planning, land use planning, zoning and entitlements, site suitability studies, density studies, design charettes, concept plans, etc.
• Must have the ability to assume responsibilities associated with project management, including team coordination and communication, contract negotiation, client billing, staffing coordination, project schedule, budget, and construction administration.
• Strong written, spoken and graphic communication skills.
• Previous experience with sustainable site design practices for projects is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to varying regulatory standards among many jurisdictions.

• Familiarity with jurisdictions within the Washington DC Metro Area a plus

Gordon is a progressive company providing an atmosphere for professional growth with an understanding toward work/life balance. We pride ourselves in providing a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education incentives; training; and numerous opportunities for career advancement. Salary commensurate with experience. Resumes and work samples/ portfolio along with any minimum salary requirements should be forwarded to jobs@gordon.us.com in pdf format.

EOE /Vet/Disabled

Location:     Chantilly, Virginia

Salary:         $130,000-$160,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Gordon is seeking an experienced Controller to join our growing Engineering, Landscape Architecture and Surveying consulting firm. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing the firm’s accounting operations, financial reporting, project accounting, budgeting, cash flow management, tax support and internal controls while serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in professional services accounting, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, and possess a thorough understanding of project-based financial management, revenue recognition, utilization metrics, and a company with multi-service operations and multi-entity reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions for the firm.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and project accounting (including billing) activities.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and performance analyses.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial reporting processes.
• Monitor project profitability, overhead rates, utilization, and key performance indicators.
• Develop and maintain financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of tax implications for LLC’s.
• Manage relationship with independent CPA firm, including coordination of annual financial statement review, FAR Part 31 overhead audit, tax filings, and compliance activities.
• Manage banking relationships.
• Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor accounting and finance staff.
• Support system optimization and financial process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.
• A/E industry experience strongly preferred.
• Thorough understanding of project-based accounting, percentage-of-completion and T&M reporting and billing, and professional services financial management.
• Experience managing annual audits and complex financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Software Experience

• Deltek Vision experience preferred.
• Experience with Unanet A/E is a strong plus, as the firm is migrating from Vision to Unanet A/E.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools (lookups, pivot tables, etc).
• Experience with financial system conversions and process automation is desirable.

Why Gordon?

At Gordon, you can make a meaningful impact at a respected engineering and design consulting firm with a collaborative culture and 50 years of excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to work closely with leadership to shape the firm’s financial future. This position also offers significant potential for advancement and has historically led to promotion to Chief Financial Officer.

Gordon fosters an enjoyable, collaborative workplace where employees’ goals are valued alongside the companies. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) plan; continuing education reimbursement; and more. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to jobs@gordon.us.com. To learn more, visit www.gordon.us.com.

Join a team where your expertise directly influences strategic decisions, operational excellence, and continued growth.

EOE/Disabled/Vet