Senior Civil Highway Engineer - Project Manager

Description

• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver transportation design projects.
• Produce design plans, calculations, specifications, and permitting documents for highways, complete streets, safety improvements, grading, drainage, and utility coordination.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, coordinating with design teams, contractors, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
• Provide technical QA/QC and oversee construction support services, including submittal and RFI reviews.
• Assist with business development activities and proposal writing.
• Support project scheduling and financial management.
• Apply knowledge of CTDOT policies, AutoCAD/Civil3D/Bentley CONNECT, and Microsoft Office to project tasks.
• Manage multiple deadlines and lead public outreach efforts.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

VHB's Wethersfield office is seeking a Senior Civil Highway Engineer / Project Manager to lead innovative transportation engineering projects throughout Connecticut. The role involves managing local, state, and federally funded roadway, streetscape, bike facility, and safety initiatives, and requires experience with state and local transportation agencies and an understanding of funding requirements.

• Demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Hold 11‑15 years of civil transportation design experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and a PE license (Master’s degree a plus).

Benefits

VHB promotes a diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation, offering opportunities to work on complex, transformational projects while emphasizing community stewardship, learning, development, and career growth. Employees benefit from a flexible hybrid workplace and a supportive environment that encourages mentorship and teamwork.

• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects that enhance mobility and community vitality.
• Best‑in‑class benefits package supporting employee well‑being.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance