Assistant Civil Engineer CantonMa

John Flatley Company; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

John Flatley Company is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer responsible for overseeing large real estate development projects in New England. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and significant experience managing projects, including interactions with regulatory bodies and third-party engineers.

This role requires excellent communication skills, especially in public forums, as community and public meetings are part of the responsibilities. The position combines planning, zoning by-law interpretation, and engaging with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience in real estate development and planning.
• Excellent public communication skills for presentations.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of large real estate development projects.
• Understand and interpret zoning regulations for projects.
• Secure environmental permits and regulatory approvals.
• Engage with various stakeholders through public meetings.
• Coordinate utility approvals with utility companies.

Skills

Understanding of zoning by-laws

Experience with environmental assessments

Communication skills for public presentations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Senior Civil Engineer will be responsible for supporting and facilitating the planning and execution of large real estate development projects throughout New England with the owner and his team. The role requires a Degree in Civil Engineering and experience working with towns for project approvals, overseeing third‑party engineers, securing permits and regulatory approvals, interacting with planning departments, and assisting in sourcing and interacting subcontractors for site bids.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Projects may require zoning changes to the existing zoning regulations. Person must be competent at understanding and interpreting zoning by‑laws.
• Projects may need to secure and evaluate environmental impact assessments or permits from local, state, and federal agencies. Person must be well‑versed handling relationships with a multitude of officials.
• Projects may require traffic studies and permiting from DOT and other agencies for various off‑site improvements. Person will need experience in working with various traffic consultants.
• Projects will require community meetings during evening hours.
• Projects will require multiple public meetings and continuous engagement with various stakeholders.
• Projects will require utility approvals including securing permits, bonds, and easements and coordination with utility companies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in real estate development, and/or civil engineering is necessary.
• A deep understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to land use, zoning, permitting, and environmental considerations is crucial.
• 5 years of hands‑on experience in real estate development and planning are essential. This experience should include successfully managing and executing large suburban development projects from start to finish.
• Excellent communication skills in a public forum making presentations.