Senior Civil Engineer

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

Preferred (not required):

  • CPESC, LEED AP, and/or ENV SP certifications

  • Previous experience in a multidiscipline A/E environment

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Visible leadership position within the Civil/Site department

  • Influence over team growth and direction

  • Strong multidisciplinary collaboration

  • Exposure to diverse project types across New York State

  • Opportunity to shape long-term department strategy