Senior Project Manager / Civil Engineer – Land Development

VHB • Brentwood, NY

74d • $138,000 - $178,000

About The Position

VHB’s growing Hauppauge, NY office is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineer) to join our Civil/Land Engineering Department. This position offers the opportunity to lead and manage high-profile, complex projects across multiple sectors, including institutional development, sustainable coastal engineering and shoreline resiliency, transportation-related access/roadway work, site development, grading, drainage, utility layout/services, and permitting/approvals. The ideal candidate will manage client relationships and oversee end-to-end project delivery across multiple accounts. The role requires strong project management capabilities, technical expertise, and a commitment to staff development, with responsibility spanning from project planning through implementation. As part of a growing office and region, this position offers significant opportunities for advancement within both the local office and the broader Northeast region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required
• 11-15+ years of professional civil design engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required
• Experience managing client relationships and overseeing end-to-end project delivery across multiple accounts
• Experience with abilities of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil3D, and/or MicroStation

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree a plus (may substitute for 1 year of experience)
• A local knowledge and understanding of working on Long Island a plus
• Experience with real estate projects, institutional, transportation, and energy projects a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects
• Help build and lead a multi-dimensional team of civil engineering professionals
• Provide technical and career guidance as a mentor to staff
• Manage medium to large multi-disciplined projects for both public and private clients
• Provide input to Market Leads for Institutional, Real Estate, Transportation, and Energy Markets
• Develop new project opportunities, maintain client relations, and manage proposal submissions
• Prepare workload projections and track project financial performance
• Prepare and review design drawings, specifications, and permitting documents
• Lead meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, boards, utility providers, and stakeholders
• Administer VHB’s quality program and reviews for project deliverables
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration/Support Services

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees