Civil Project Engineer

VHB•Hauppauge, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s growing Hauppauge, NY office is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our Land Engineering team. This position provides an opportunity to work on a diverse range of complex, multi-disciplinary projects for major institutional, industrial, coastal, real estate, and energy clients, as well as local and state government agencies. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the growth and development of our civil engineering team while advancing their technical and project management skills. At VHB, our people are our greatest strength. We foster an environment where curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning are encouraged, giving team members the opportunity to expand their technical expertise, build project management experience, and grow their careers alongside industry-leading professionals. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering impactful projects while helping shape the continued growth of our civil engineering practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
3+ years of professional civil engineering and site/land development design experience
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Experience preparing site/civil engineering plans and land development documentation
Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment
Strong computer skills, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
Ability to effectively communicate technical information to clients, team members, and regulatory agencies

Nice To Haves

EIT or PE preferred
Prior experience supporting project management, client coordination, or permitting activities is a plus
Experience with real estate, institutional, industrial, coastal, or energy projects is a plus
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities
Understanding of the Long Island marketplace and local permitting requirements is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop site/civil engineering plans, designs, and specifications for a variety of projects within the Industrial, Institutional, Real Estate, Coastal, and Energy markets
Support project managers and senior engineers in the execution of small, medium, and large-scale projects
Prepare land development design and permitting documents, including site layouts, grading, drainage, utilities, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management plans
Perform engineering calculations and analysis related to site development and infrastructure design
Prepare and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, reports, and other project documentation
Coordinate with surveyors, landscape architects, traffic engineers, environmental professionals, and other disciplines to develop integrated project solutions
Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, boards, commissions, utility providers, and other stakeholders
Assist with permitting activities and responses to regulatory comments
Support project task scope, budget, and schedule management
Assist with construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittits, and providing field support
Participate in site visits and construction observations as needed
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff as experience and expertise develop
Assist with proposals, project pursuits, and business development activities