Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Dewberry•Boston, MA

10d•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 combine technical excellence in highway design 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. The company emphasizes its people, seeking exceptional talent and striving to deliver the highest quality of services to its clients. Employees have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Dewberry's commitment to excellence is rooted in personal integrity and other defining attributes, known as “Dewberry at Work,” which have inspired employees for over half a century.

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.