What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development position at BL COMPANIES INC?
Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development
Our growth offers an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to oversee land development projects from start to finish. This role requires a leader who can manage client relationships, direct project execution, and ensure high-quality deliverables within scope, budget, and timeline. Applicants must be based in the Northeastern United States, ideally within one hour of Southern New Hampshire or Maine. This is a primarily remote position that requires occasional in-office attendance for meetings and other business needs. Other occasional travel throughout the Northeast will be required for site visits, permitting hearings, and to represent BL Companies at industry events.
A successful candidate in this role will have 8 years of experience as a civil engineer with a PE license in the state they will be working out of. This individual will have experience with leadership and mentoring junior staff members.
The role primarily focuses on land development projects primarily within the retail, commercial, and residential space and will focus on working municipal agencies and multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and execution of retail, commercial, and residential land development projects.
- Act as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and managing expectations.
- Oversee project teams, assign resources, and drive efficiency.
- Ensure projects meet all quality, schedule, and budgetary requirements.
- Present at public meetings and represent clients before agencies and stakeholders.
- Collaborate across multiple disciplines within BL Companies and with external partners.
- Mentor junior engineers and staff, fostering a strong learning environment.
Required Experience & Qualifications:
- PE License required
- 8 years of experience in land development engineering
- Proven leadership experience managing full-time staff
- Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations
- Experience with municipal agencies, regulatory bodies, and private sector clients
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.
Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.
The position has a salary range of $90,000 to $130,000. Your offer would be based on your experience, skills, and fit for the role.
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000