Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Job Overview
Mid-level civil engineer wanted for growing full-service site design company located 10 minutes outside of Boston. Boston is the best small big city in the nation. It's got great nightlife, an exciting and very walkable downtown, amazing food, first in class history, incredible architecture, a bustling waterfront, a vibrant arts and music scene, the top higher-ed schools in the world, very friendly climate, confusing roads & a-hole drivers, ridiculously successful sports teams, and an outsized national personality. In short, you will enjoy every minute of your new life in our area.

Our Ideal candidate is an experienced EIT with 5-10 years of experience and at least a BS degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution. Site design experience (grading, drainage, site layout) experience is preferred and required. Site layout, drainage, and grading expeirence is necessary. knowledge of how to prepare permitting packages is helpful. We will teach you all you will ever need to know about the local nuances of permitting. Solid AutoCAD ability is a must and familiarity with HydroCAD. Field experience performing land surveying using robotic total station OR experience performing survey research and setting up field crews also desired but not mandatory.

The work we do is very diverse ranging from roads, parking, utilities, site design and layout to athletic facilities, parks, playgrounds, and sophisticated college/university projects. We also work extensively in residential, retail, and office/commercial site design. Our company works throughout New England and the world on a wide variety of interesting and fulfilling projects. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Waterfield Design Group is a fully integrated land development & design company offering all aspects of civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, land planning, environmental permitting, and construction management.

For the right candidate, this will not only be a robust technical position but it will also open up substantial leadership opportunities. We have recently acquired 2 legacy type CE firms who have been shaping the Boston area since 1944. We need dynamic, motivated, and creative individuals to guide us into this exciting new chapter.

Besides our extensive US work portfolio, joining our team brings access and opportunity to contribute to the life changing work we do in emerging and developing nations – make a difference in the world using your civil engineering skills and abilities. See also and Send inquiries to Craig at [email protected].

We are a small firm where we know and care about everyone who works here. After working for many years at the big national majors, i know how not to do things in terms of office culture and dynamics. If you need a refreshing change of pace, this is your place!! We are a different cat who plays with all the big boys but has a lot more fun doing it. Most importantly, we truly are making the world a better place using our engineering skills. Check out the Haiti and Ecuador websites I listed above. We are legitimately changing the world with the work that we choose to also do.

Duties

• Collaborate with project managers to develop detailed project schedules and timelines, ensuring timely completion of deliverables
• Prepare technical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other CAD software tools
• Conduct construction inspections to verify compliance with design specifications and safety standards
• Assist in construction management activities including site supervision, progress tracking, and quality assurance
• Utilize GIS (Geographic Information Systems) tools such as ArcGIS and HEC software for spatial analysis and system design
• Support construction estimating processes by analyzing project scope, materials, labor costs, and resource allocation
• Prepare technical reports and documentation through technical writing to communicate project progress and findings effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; relevant master’s degree is a plus
• Proven experience in site design, project management, construction management, or civil engineering roles
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HydroCAD,
• Experience with construction estimating techniques and project scheduling methodologies
• Familiarity with land surveying techniques
• Good technical writing skills for preparing reports, schematics, and documentation
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to building resilient infrastructure that benefits communities. We value innovation, collaboration, and excellence—if you’re ready to make an impact through your civil engineering expertise, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $75,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person