What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Civil Engineer position at LaBella Associates?
Lead projects that shape how communities thrive. We create the infrastructure that connects people, places, and opportunity — from complete streets and public parks to utility systems and civic spaces. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll combine your technical expertise and leadership skills to guide projects, mentor staff, and strengthen client partnerships that make communities more sustainable, connected, and resilient.
Job Duties
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of multidisciplinary type projects. Most projects will involve public infrastructure clients. Some opportunities may involve private land development clients.
- Develop a team of engineers, designers, and technical staff, fostering professional growth and accountability.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal and state clients, serving as a trusted technical advisor.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and performance to ensure successful delivery and client satisfaction.
- Provide quality assurance and quality control oversight on design deliverables.
- Collaborate on business development efforts, from identifying opportunities to developing proposals and presenting them to clients.
- Collaborate with peers across offices and disciplines to share resources and strengthen technical excellence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- 15 years of experience in public infrastructure and land development design and project management.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Proven experience leading teams, managing clients, and delivering successful infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of AutoDesk Civil 3D, stormwater and utility design, and local standards.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
- A growth-oriented mindset and ability to inspire others.
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Leadership Development Program
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.