Land Development Civil Engineer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Join VHB's Vermont Office as a Land Development Civil Engineer and elevate your career with projects that inspire. This role offers a unique blend of technical challenge and creative problem-solving as you work alongside our collaborative team of experts.  You'll apply your experience to innovative projects that transform landscapes and create vibrant communities.

Our project work spans exciting terrain—literally—with projects for ski resorts, housing, renewable energy and utilities, outdoor recreation facilities, mixed-use developments, and hospitality venues in some of Vermont and the Northeast's most beautiful settings. At VHB, we're committed to creating meaningful work that balances technical excellence with environmental stewardship, giving you the opportunity to make your mark on projects that matter.

We're seeking a forward-thinking professional ready to grow in an environment where we value team collaboration, innovation, client relationships, positive community impact, and your professional development. If you're ready to design solutions that shape how people experience the natural and built environment, this position offers the perfect blend of challenge, purpose, and opportunity.

Learn more about VHB's Land Development team here: Land Development | VHB

Responsibilities 

• Work within a team of professionals to develop site civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of land development projects.
• Train and mentor junior staff on technical aspects and policies
• Assist Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers with managing and delegating tasks, forecasting and proactively addressing workload and staffing needs, while collaborating with clients and teammates across the organization

Skills and Attributes  

• Willingness to learn implementation of integrated services projects in a team with multidisciplinary skills.
• Knowledge of land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Innovative design skills to develop solutions to complex projects.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Qualifications 

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 3-5+ years of increasing engineering experience
• EIT licensure preferred or have passed the FE Exam
• Proficient in the following: AutoCAD Civil 3D,HydroCAD, MS Office
• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design and stormwater management
• Experience in developing and compiling/producing site plans, construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports
• Experience with GIS Systems is a plus – GIS is one of the tools we use to create better projects.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship either now or in the future.

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Vermont, is $80,000 to $98,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program. 

Annual base salary is one component of VHB’s Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. 

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist  

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with 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.

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