Civil Engineer / Project Manager

Hiring: Civil Engineer / Project Manager

Location: New Hampshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Experience: 7+ Years Preferred
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Related Field
License: Professional Engineer (P.E.) License Strongly Preferred

ONLY US CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT

Position Overview

Client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer / Project Manager to lead multiple civil engineering and land development projects from initial feasibility through design, permitting, construction, and project closeout.

This role combines hands-on civil engineering expertise with project management, client relationship management, regulatory coordination, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will independently manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, technical deliverables, and multidisciplinary teams while ensuring projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time.

Candidates with a New Hampshire Professional Engineer (P.E.) license are strongly preferred. Experienced Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) candidates actively working toward P.E. licensure may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities Project Management

• Manage multiple civil engineering and land development projects throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and deliverables.

• Monitor project progress, resource allocation, profitability, and timelines.

• Identify and resolve project challenges, scope changes, and scheduling issues proactively.

• Coordinate internal engineering, surveying, environmental, permitting, and external consulting teams.

• Maintain project documentation and ensure timely delivery of client commitments.

Civil Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Prepare and review civil engineering plans, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.

• Oversee site planning, grading, drainage, and stormwater management design.

• Manage hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, wastewater and septic systems, utility design, and roadway access planning.

• Review construction plans, specifications, feasibility studies, and land development analyses.

• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) throughout project delivery.

• Support construction administration, field observations, and the development of practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.

• Communicate project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and progress updates.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, architects, contractors, attorneys, municipalities, and consultants.

• Resolve client concerns and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

• Lead and coordinate municipal, state, and regulatory permitting processes.

• Prepare and coordinate permit applications and supporting technical documents.

• Attend public hearings and meetings with Planning Boards, Zoning Boards of Appeal, Conservation Commissions, Boards of Health, and other regulatory agencies.

• Maintain working knowledge of New Hampshire land-use, environmental, and engineering regulations.

Team Leadership & Business Development

• Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, designers, and project staff.

• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability for project quality and delivery.

• Support proposals, project scoping, fee estimates, and client development activities.

• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support the growth of the civil engineering practice.

• Contribute to improving engineering standards, project management processes, and internal workflows.

Types of Projects

• Residential and commercial land development

• Subdivisions and redevelopment projects

• Municipal and public infrastructure

• Site planning and permitting

• Stormwater management and drainage systems

• Wastewater and septic systems

• Coastal and waterfront developments

• Trails, parks, and recreational facilities

• Environmental restoration and resiliency projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Approximately 7+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, site development, land development, and project management preferred.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables independently.

• Strong knowledge of site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, wastewater systems, and permitting.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

• Working knowledge of HydroCAD or comparable civil engineering design software.

• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and client-facing communication skills.

• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, accountability, and project coordination abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active New Hampshire Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

• Experience with New Hampshire municipal approvals and regulatory permitting processes.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and mentoring technical staff.

• Background in business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and professional licensure.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Retirement savings program.

• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/sick time.

• Continuing education, professional development, and licensure support.

• Opportunities for increased technical, project management, and organizational leadership.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a technically strong civil engineering professional who combines hands-on design knowledge with independent project leadership, client management, and team development skills. Someone who understands New Hampshire's land development and permitting environment and can take ownership of projects from concept through completion will be particularly well suited for this opportunity.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume.