Senior Project Manager-Land Development

VHB; Rutland (VT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse and inclusive culture

Opportunity to work on complex projects

Focus on learning and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including a hybrid workplace

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for their Land Development group in Vermont. The role involves managing site/civil engineering projects in diverse sectors including real estate and energy. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, have over 11 years of experience, and be proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000-150,000 and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of professional site/civil design engineering experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of site/civil engineering for projects.
• Lead civil engineering for various site designs.
• Preparation of design criteria, drawings, and specifications.

Skills

Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills

Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Proven strong work-ethic and self-motivation

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HydroCAD

GIS

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Land Development | 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 of 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 a 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 $120,000-150,000. 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.

Benefits

• 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 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.

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.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Services