Site Civil Designer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Maine team is seeking a Site Civil Designer to support land development projects in our South Portland office. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join a growing team of civil engineers in southern Maine managing the design of ski resort improvements, national park projects, local urban re-development projects, transit-oriented development, and federal, state, and local (City/Town) projects throughout Maine. VHB offers a unique combination of industry-leading Land Development experience across our footprint coupled with a focused and driven team of local professionals who are growing the delivery of these services across the state.

As a generational company that prides itself on our culture, we look forward to finding an exceptional candidate who aligns with our culture and values, and who is seeking a truly unique and exciting career growth opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans, reports, and specifications for a multitude of land development projects
• Technical and design report writing
• Civil engineering for federal, resort, residential, higher education, renewable energy, and municipal design including grading and drainage design, utility design, and site layout
• Preparation and/or reviewing design criteria, drawings, and specifications
• Compilation of Stormwater Management reports, including Hydrologic modeling and pipe sizing
• Preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction contract documentation
• Assist in the preparation of permitting, design, and construction documents
• Attending meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of local and state regulations governing site design preferred
• Ability to think critically and creatively in a team-focused environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience preparing graphics and maps
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• GIS, HydroCAD, and StormCAD experience a plus
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• 1-3 years of engineering experience
• EIT Certification Preferred

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in South Portland, ME, is $76,000 to $87,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB’s Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.