ABOUT THE POSITION

Site/Civil Engineering Project Manager | Watertown or Boston, MA locations | Hybrid

VHB’s Land Engineering team is looking to add a Site Civil Engineering Project Manager to join their Watertown or Boston, MA office. The team specializes in land development with a multidisciplinary approach including civil engineering, environmental services, planning, surveying, and transportation. VHB delivers comprehensive solutions from site assessment and feasibility studies to permitting, design, and construction administration. They focus on sustainable development in residential, commercial, mixed-use, and public infrastructure projects. Using innovative technology and local knowledge, VHB ensures efficient, responsible project delivery that meets regulatory and community needs, enhancing the built environment.

Notable recent work includes major area “mega projects” such as Suffolk Downs, Dorchester Bay City, Cambridge Crossing, Allston Yards, 776 Summer Street, and other large mixed-use districts that transform underutilized industrial areas into resilient, transit-oriented neighborhoods with thousands of housing units, public open space, and upgraded infrastructure. Enjoy multi-stakeholder projects, frequent coordination with public agencies and community representatives in a fully fully supported workspace where you'll be challenged to grow while contributing to high-visibility, community-shaping projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage work and development of Land Engineering projects and staff
• Develop and support new project opportunities and manage proposal submissions
• Responsible for project financial performance and client relations
• Develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects
• Support preparation of land development design and permitting documents
• Civil engineering for retail, residential, institutional, renewable energy and industrial site design including grading and drainage design, utility design, and site design/layout
• Preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction contract documentation
• Assist in the preparation of permitting, design and construction documents
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues 
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration

 Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design and stormwater management
• Knowledge of local and State regulations governing site design preferred
• Ability to think critically and creatively in a team-focused environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and StormCAD proficiency preferred

 Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree required.
• MS preferred (may be substituted for 2 years relevant work experience)
• 8-11+ years of professional site/civil engineering required
• PE licensure required

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $120,000-160,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with 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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

#LI-DB2

#LI-Hybrid