Lead Civil Engineer | NYC | Up to $160K + Benefits
Urban Infrastructure | Civil Engineering | PE License | Public Realm Projects | Site Design | NYC Codes
Let’s agree—NYC’s public spaces need civil engineers who don’t just follow plans, but lead with purpose. I promise this is more than a technical role—it’s your chance to shape how people move, gather, and interact with the city. Here’s the preview: you’ll lead urban infrastructure and site design projects across NYC, build a talented civil team around you, and collaborate with top architects and planners in a nationally respected design studio.
🌆 What You’ll Do
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Lead civil engineering delivery for NYC public realm and infrastructure projects
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Oversee grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout with code-level precision
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Act as technical lead in client and agency meetings—MTA, DOT, DOB, and beyond
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Guide designs from concept through construction, working in a fully integrated studio
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Mentor junior engineers and help scale a high-performing, creative team
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Shape internal workflows and sustainable civil engineering strategies
🧠 What You Bring
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PE license in NY (or ability to obtain quickly)
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10+ years’ experience in civil/site engineering, with a focus on urban/public projects
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Strong grasp of NYC codes, DOB permitting, and multi-agency coordination
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Skilled in Civil 3D, drainage design, and site infrastructure modeling
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Natural team mentor with a collaborative mindset
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Passion for design-led infrastructure that serves people and communities
💡 Why This Role?
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Shape your own team and make a lasting impact on the city
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Collaborate in a culture where engineering, architecture, and planning go hand-in-hand
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Deliver meaningful, people-first public infrastructure projects
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Competitive salary up to $160K + full benefits + long-term leadership opportunity
👉 Ready to lead from the front on NYC’s most dynamic civil engineering projects? Let’s have a confidential chat today.