Civil Engineering Principal

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Peabody (MA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Bonus recognition based on performance

Participation in employee stock ownership program

Job summary

Civil and Environmental Consultants in Peabody, MA seeks a Civil Engineering Principal to lead a team and manage projects in civil engineering. Responsibilities include guiding practice growth, mentoring staff, and interacting with clients.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, as well as strong technical design expertise and established client relationships. The position offers a flexible work schedule and a competitive compensation range between $160,000 and $200,000.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• Experience managing consulting engineering teams.
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers on multi-faceted civil engineering projects.
• Manage proposals, project budgets, and provide quality control.
• Support staff development through mentoring and performance reviews.

Skills

Technical design expertise in site layout

Stormwater management

Erosion & sedimentation control

Client relationship management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (P.E.)

Job description

Civil Engineering Principal

Job Locations

US-MA-Peabody (applicants may also work from the Raynham, MA office)

Overview

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will collaborate with senior management and executive teams to grow and develop the Civil/Site Practice in our Boston, MA offices. By building and strengthening relationships with prospective and existing clients, you will guide the practice’s growth on both local and regional levels. You will assist external stakeholders in navigating the regulatory environment and ensure the technical excellence of projects.

You will lead a team of engineers and project managers through multi‑faceted civil‑engineering projects and business development initiatives. In this role you will review proposals and project budgets, manage and mentor a team of engineers and project managers, perform final quality control and assurance, and support recruiting and professional development of staff, including annual performance reviews and development goal setting.

Applicants will have the option to work in either our Raynham, MA or Peabody, MA office locations.

Benefits

At CEC, employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with hybrid options. Our comprehensive benefits package includes bonus recognition based on performance and participation in our employee stock ownership program. We also conduct mid‑year and end‑of‑year performance reviews and provide goal‑setting opportunities.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is between $160,000 and $200,000.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Professional Engineer license (P.E.) or ability to obtain licensure
• Technical design expertise in site layout and test fits, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design
• Established client base preferred
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators
• Experience in managing and developing a consulting engineering team
• Experience with private‑sector projects such as commercial land development, renewable energy/power generation, industrial manufacturing development, natural gas, and public‑sector projects for local and state agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership roles within professional industry groups
• In‑depth understanding of local and state land development regulations and processes, including zoning, stormwater management, and erosion & sedimentation control
• Portfolio or list of past projects outlining key design elements and your role in the projects
• Proven ability to build relationships, provide effective mentoring, and build team morale

EEO Statement

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.