Land Development Senior Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic benefits package

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Support for skill development

Job summary

VHB is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager in Vermont to oversee site/civil engineering for diverse projects, including ski resorts and real estate. The ideal candidate will have over 11 years of experience, a PE license, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Enjoy a hybrid work model while leading project teams and mentoring junior staff. Our culture encourages innovation and growth, complemented by a holistic benefits package.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license required.
• Solid understanding of the typical land entitlement process in VT.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of site/civil engineering for various projects.
• Lead and mentor junior staff.
• Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Team oriented

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of local and state regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HydroCAD

GIS experience

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 a multitude and 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.

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, and 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.