Civil Engineering Principal

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will collaborate with our senior management and executive teams to grow and develop the Civil/Site Practice. By developing and strengthening our relationships with prospective and existing clients, you will guide the growth of the practice on both a local and regional basis. Through your experience, you will guide the external stakeholders through the regulatory environment and ensure the technical excellence of your projects.

You will be directly responsible for developing and reviewing proposals and project budgets, managing/mentoring a team of engineers and project managers, and performing final quality control/assurance. In your role, you will guide and lead a team of engineers and project managers through multi-faceted civil engineering projects and business development initiatives. As part of the management team, you will assist in the recruiting and professional development of the staff, including the performance of annual reviews and the establishment of development goals.

Applicants will have an option to sit in either our Raynham, MA or Peabody, MA office locations.

• 15+ years of experience;
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree; P.E. required (including registration in Massachusetts or the ability to obtain reciprocity);
• Technical design expertise, including site layout and test fits, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design;
• Established client base;
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators;
• Proven experience in the management and development of a consulting engineering team;
• Experience with varying types of private-sector projects such as commercial land development; renewable energy/power generation; industrial/manufacturing development; natural gas; public-sector projects for local and state agencies.

• Leadership roles within professional industry groups;
• In-depth understanding of local and state land development regulations and processes, including zoning, stormwater management, and erosion & sedimentation control;
• A portfolio or list of past projects outlining key design elements and your role in the projects;
• Proven ability to build relationships, provide effective mentoring, and build team morale.

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success. CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.