Land Development Senior Project Manager

VHB; Montpelier (VT); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid workplace

Focus on learning and development

Community and social responsibility initiatives

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its Land Development group in Vermont. This role involves managing site/civil engineering for a diverse portfolio including ski resorts and municipal projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 11+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. The position offers a hybrid work model and a salary range of $125,000-$160,000, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience, including consulting or private sector experience.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license is required.
• Solid understanding of the land entitlement process in Vermont preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of site/civil engineering for public and private sites.
• Lead the preparation of permitting, design, and construction documents.
• Mentor and train junior staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to perform multiple tasks independently

Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HydroCAD

GIS

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Land Development Senior Project Manager | Hybrid | VT

Overview

VHB’s growing VT offices are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Land Development group. The successful candidate will work with our team of professionals to manage all aspects of site/civil engineering for public and private sites for our diverse portfolio of ski resort, real estate, energy, infill development, and state and municipal infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Work independently with integrated teams of engineers, environmental scientists, and landscape architects in developing site/civil engineering plans and specifications for multiple public and private projects with a focus on sustainability and resiliency
• Lead and assist with civil engineering for retail, residential, institutional, renewable energy and industrial site design including grading and drainage design, utility design, and site layout
• Preparation and/or reviewing of design criteria, drawings and specifications
• Preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction contract documentation
• Lead the preparation of permitting, design and construction documents
• Lead, mentor and train junior staff
• Project task financial performance, and management of projects
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues
• Technical and design report writing

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with other emerging professionals and managers
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced office, virtual, and field environment, in rural or urban environments
• Proven strong work‑ethic and self‑motivated to produce high quality outcomes
• Highly organized, and detail oriented, with ability to think creatively and formulate solutions in team environment
• Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master’s degree a plus (may substitute for 1 year of experience)
• 11+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience, including consulting/private sector experience, required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD required, GIS experience a plus
• PE (Professional Engineer) license required
• Solid understanding of the typical land entitlement process in VT including permitting at the local and state level preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Vermont is $125,000-160,000. This offer is determined based on a number of job‑related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location.

In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best‑in‑class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join 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.