Senior Civil Engineer

Conrad Consulting Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd. seeks a Senior Civil/Site Engineer for its Buffalo, NY office to lead NYS civil/site design projects and mentor engineers in a collaborative A/E setting.

The role emphasizes technical depth, project leadership, and client-facing responsibilities, with opportunities to influence departmental growth and project direction across NYS.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of civil/site design experience.
• NYS Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil/site design for projects across NYS.
• Develop and oversee site plans, roadways, parking lots, grading and drainage systems.
• Design site utilities and stormwater management systems.
• Prepare watershed models and supporting design calculations.
• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Manage and mentor junior staff.
• Perform QA/QC reviews in accordance with company and client standards.
• Serve as Engineer of Record when appropriate.
• Coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies for approvals and permitting.
• Travel within NYS for site investigations and construction support as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Project management

Mentoring

QA/QC

Engineer of Record

Team coordination

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) NYS

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Watershed modeling software

TR55/TR20

HydroCAD

Hydraflow Express

Job description

A well-established, multidisciplinary Architecture/Engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil/Site Engineer to join its Buffalo, NY office.

This is a leadership opportunity for a NYS-licensed PE who wants to influence projects, mentor engineers, and help shape the growth and direction of a Civil/Site department within a collaborative A/E environment.

The Opportunity

You will lead and manage civil/site design projects across New York State while serving as a trusted advisor to clients, municipalities, and internal project teams.

This role combines:

• Technical depth in site development

• Project leadership

• Client-facing responsibility

• Departmental growth influence

You will not just manage projects - you will help steer the direction of the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil/site design for projects across NYS

• Develop and oversee site plans, roadways, parking lots, grading and drainage systems

• Design site utilities and stormwater management systems

• Prepare watershed models and supporting design calculations

• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates

• Manage and mentor junior staff

• Perform QA/QC reviews in accordance with company and client standards

• Serve as Engineer of Record when appropriate

• Coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies for approvals and permitting

• Travel within NYS for site investigations and construction support as needed

Technical Requirements

• 10+ years of civil/site design experience

• NYS Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

• Experience with watershed modeling software (TR55, TR20, HydroCAD, Hydraflow Express or similar)

• Strong knowledge of NYS stormwater management design and SWPPP preparation

• Experience with erosion and sediment control plan development

• Familiarity with NYS SEQR and Environmental Assessment Forms (EAF)

• Experience navigating municipal site plan review processes

• Knowledge of local utilities and NYS design standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven ability to lead and prioritize multidisciplinary assignments

• Strong client-facing communication skills

• Ability to progress projects from concept through final design with minimal oversight

• Detail-oriented with strong technical problem-solving ability

• Comfortable mentoring and developing junior engineers

• Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary A/E office

• Commitment to quality control and safety culture

Preferred (not required):

• CPESC, LEED AP, and/or ENV SP certifications

• Previous experience in a multidiscipline A/E environment

Why This Role Stands Out

• Visible leadership position within the Civil/Site department

• Influence over team growth and direction

• Strong multidisciplinary collaboration

• Exposure to diverse project types across New York State

• Opportunity to shape long-term department strategy