Cold Spring Harbor, United States
Senior Civil Engineer
Hire Resolve.com · Cold Spring Harbor · United States
Posted: 4/10/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026
Job description
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Step into a career where your designs don’t just sit on paper, they shape communities, guide growth, and set the rhythm for future development 🌱
We are a well-established, confidential land surveying and civil engineering firm with 50+ years of success, known for delivering high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, and public sector projects. With a steady pipeline of work and a strong regional reputation, we are now looking for a Senior Civil Engineer ready to step into leadership and long-term ownership potential.
This is more than a job. It is a clear path toward Principal or Partner level involvement for someone who brings both technical excellence and a vision for growth.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- True Partner track potential
- Attractive sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance available
- Competitive salary around $110K+ DOE
- Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
- Health insurance coverage
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Paid holidays + generous PTO
- Team culture that values appreciation events and connection throughout the year
- Leadership that believes in fairness, transparency, and professional growth
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll take the lead on meaningful, complex civil engineering work across a wide range of land development projects, including:
- Applying standard civil engineering techniques, procedures, and design criteria
- Performing and managing computations, reports, permit applications, and CAD drawings
- Designing site plans, grading, utilities, erosion and sediment control systems
- Stormwater management design and analysis (including SWPPP compliance)
- Roadway, parking, and infrastructure design
- Minor water and wastewater system design
- Preparing proposals for professional services
- Managing projects from concept through completion
- Client engagement and relationship management
- Mentoring and supporting junior staff
- Contributing to technical strategy and presenting at meetings and public forums
Projects You’ll Touch
Your work will help shape communities through:
- Town and planning board consultations
- Land use and zoning compliance reviews
- Site analysis and development planning
- Commercial and office park design
- Stormwater pollution prevention planning
- Sanitary systems design, testing, and permitting
- Roads, bridges, and transportation-related infrastructure
- Water, wastewater, and stormwater system design
Requirements
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET/EAC accredited)
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience in land development within a consulting environment
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, and Microsoft Suite
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and time management
- Confidence working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across multiple deadlines
- Leadership mindset with ambition to grow into a senior decision-making role
Benefits
About the Opportunity
This is a firm where engineering meets longevity. With over five decades of trusted service, the organization is known for anticipating challenges early, solving them efficiently, and keeping projects moving smoothly.
The culture is built on respect, collaboration, and real professional development. Leaders genuinely invest in their team, offering flexibility, balance, and a clear path to advancement that includes ownership potential for the right person.
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