Director, Site Civil Engineer

PS&S; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PS&S is seeking a Director of Site Civil Engineering to lead and grow civil engineering teams in Woodbury and Yonkers, with the option to work from NYC. The role requires 15+ years in site civil and transportation engineering, a NY PE license, and a strong background with NY public agencies.

The position blends leadership, mentorship, and business development across the region. The successful candidate will direct planning, design, and delivery of projects, ensure compliance with regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required; PE license in NY is required or strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of site civil/transportation engineering experience with NY agencies is expected.
• Experience leading multi-office teams, client engagement, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead site civil engineering teams in Woodbury and support Yonkers; oversee projects.
• Provide senior guidance on public/private sector transportation projects.
• Travel to NYC, Woodbury, and Yonkers for oversight and collaboration.
• Mentor junior engineers and staff; foster technical growth.
• Drive business development with NY agencies and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license - New York

Job description

Founded in 1962, PS&S has evolved into a unique best-in-class architecture, engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firm, providing design and consultation services to a wide range of public, corporate, institutional, and commercial clients. Recognized both for our breadth of services and depth of expertise, PS&S is the single source for planning, permitting and design at the local, state, and federal levels. PS&S is proud to be named NJBIZ Best Places to Work NJ 2025.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Director of Site Civil Engineering to lead and grow our civil engineering teams in Woodbury (Nassau County) and Yonkers, while also having the option to work from our New York City office. The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of experience in site civil and transportation infrastructure, with a strong background in New York public agencies. This role blends high-level leadership, mentorship, and business development, helping to drive project excellence across the region.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage site civil engineering teams in Woodbury (Nassau County) and support Yonkers offices.
• Provide senior-level guidance to engineers on public and private sector projects, with emphasis on transportation and infrastructure.
• Work primarily out of our NYC office, with regular travel to Woodbury (Nassau County) and Yonkers required for team collaboration and oversight.
• Support the professional growth of junior engineers and technical staff through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Drive business development efforts with New York agencies such as NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, PANY/NJ, and surrounding counties.
• Strengthen client relationships and secure new opportunities through proposal writing and strategic outreach.
• Oversee planning, design, and delivery of projects that meet regulatory and client standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure project success and market growth.
• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans for the division.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New York State.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in site civil and transportation engineering.
• Strong familiarity with New York market trends, agencies, and permitting.
• Proven track record in business development, proposal creation, and client engagement.
• Outstanding leadership and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly to Woodbury (Nassau County) and Yonkers for team support and oversight.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building abilities.

What We Offer

• We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program.
• We foster an up-beat, creative, and collaborative working environment.
• We give you the flexibility needed to do your best work with several work options including hybrid, on-site, and remote on some occasions.
• We offer competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
• Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, and geographic location.
• No recruiters or agencies please
• Candidates must be based in the United States and must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

PS&S, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Together we are committed to building and supporting a culture where differences and inclusion are welcomed, embraced, and valued. We look to continually diversify our team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.