Senior Civil Project Engineer - NYC Leader, Hybrid & Growth

KPFF Consulting Engineers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & Growth

Strong Connections

Supportive Culture

Medical Plan Options

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Dental & Vision

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in New York’s Tribeca office is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to lead complex civil projects, own delivery from start to finish, strengthen client relationships, and help grow the practice. You will mentor a talented team, manage schedules and budgets, pursue new business opportunities, and collaborate with clients, contractors, and public agencies.

This is a hybrid role requiring three days in office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s a plus).
• PE license.
• 8+ years of civil engineering experience in site development and infrastructure.
• Proven business development and client management.
• Knowledge of NY/NJ permitting, codes, and regulatory processes; experience guiding teams through agency approvals.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and successful project outcomes.
• Lead project delivery from proposal to completion, managing schedules, budgets, contracts, and quality.
• Drive business development by pursuing new opportunities, writing proposals, and expanding KPFF’s client base.
• Oversee and review technical design work for site development and infrastructure projects.
• Navigate New York and New Jersey permitting, zoning, and agency coordination to ensure compliance and smooth approvals.
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and public agencies to coordinate all aspects of project execution.
• Mentor, train, and guide engineers at all levels, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Represent KPFF in client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations.

Skills

Client relationships

Project leadership

Business development

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in New York’s Tribeca office is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to lead complex civil projects, own delivery from start to finish, strengthen client relationships, and help grow the practice. You will mentor a talented team, manage schedules and budgets, pursue new business opportunities, and collaborate with clients, contractors, and public agencies.

This is a hybrid role requiring three days in office.