Senior Civil Design Engineer / Project Manager

Senior Civil Design Engineer / Project Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.

United States, Vermont, Rutland

Jun 16, 2025

Senior Civil Design Engineer / Project Manager

Job Locations

US-VT-Winooski | US-VT-Montpelier | US-VT-Rutland

ID

2024-4833

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Senior Civil Design Engineer / Project Manager - Land Development | Hybrid | VT

VHB's growing VT offices are seeking an experienced Senior Site/Civil Engineer/Project Manager to join our Land Development group. The successful candidate will work with our team of professionals to manage all aspects of site/civil engineering for public and private sites for our diverse portfolio of ski resort, real estate, energy, infill development, and state and municipal infrastructure and stormwater projects.

Responsibilities

Work independently with integrated teams of engineers, environmental scientists, and landscape architects in developing site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude and public and private projects with a focus on sustainability and resiliency

Lead and assist with civil engineering for retail, residential, institutional, renewable energy and industrial site design including grading and drainage design, utility design, and site layout

Preparation and/or reviewing of design criteria, drawings and specifications

Preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction contract documentation

Lead the preparation of permitting, design and construction documents

Project task financial performance, and management of small or medium projects

Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues

Technical and design report writing

Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills

Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with other emerging professionals and managers

Ability to work in a fast-paced office, virtual, and field environment, in rural or urban environments

Proven strong work-ethic and self-motivated to produce high quality outcomes

Highly organized, and detail oriented, with ability think creatively and formulate solutions in team environment

Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master's degree a plus (may substitute for 1 year of experience)

8-11 years of professional site/civil design engineering experience, including consulting/private sector experience, required

Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD required, GIS experience a plus

PE (Professional Engineer) license required

Solid understanding of the typical land entitlement process in VT including permitting at the local and state level preferred

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

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

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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