REF: 20272

Senior Civil Engineer

$130,000 - $170,000

Permanent

Western NY, New York

Commercial Energy AutoCAD Civil 3D

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