Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Dewberry • Boston, MA

12d • $194,000 - $249,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Practice Leader to join their growing team in Boston, MA. This is a highly visible leadership role where the individual will manage complex transportation infrastructure projects, expand Dewberry's presence across New England, strengthen client relationships, and help build and lead a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will possess technical excellence in highway design combined with proven project delivery, business development, and people leadership skills. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with over 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide, known for seeking exceptional talent and delivering high-quality services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Massachusetts Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 15+ years of experience in transportation, highway, roadway, or related civil engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated success managing complex transportation and utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong expertise in roadway design, site grading, drainage and utility design, stormwater management, and maintenance and protection of traffic.
• Working knowledge of FHWA, MUTCD, AASHTO, MassDOT, MBTA, and Massport standards.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Proven track record of business development, client relationship management, and strategic growth.
• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver exceptional client service.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; local travel required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with MassDOT, MBTA, Massport, and local Massachusetts agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale highway, roadway, and transportation infrastructure projects from planning through design and delivery.
• Prepare and oversee design plans, engineering estimates, technical specifications, and project reports.
• Develop conceptual and final roadway designs, including alignments, grading, drainage, utilities, traffic control, construction staging, signage, and pavement markings.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and client manager for public agencies and utility clients.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and project staff.
• Drive business development initiatives that expand market presence and increase revenue growth.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on client strategies, capture plans, proposals, and pursuit efforts.
• Build, develop, and retain a high-performing team in partnership with Operations and HR.
• Lead cross-functional teams and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

Benefits

• Dewberry offers the resources of a national firm with the agility of a local team, providing the opportunity to drive growth, mentor talent, and make a lasting impact on the region's transportation infrastructure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior