Sr. Civil Engineer- Municipal (15-20 yrs.) - LaBella Associates

LaBella has an immediate opening for a Sr. Civil Engineer/Team Leader in our Municipal Group. Reporting to the Asst. Discipline Leader, this position is responsible for leading a team of project managers, design professionals and technical support staff working with public sector (Municipal and State agency) clients and projects throughout the Capital District. The position is in our Albany (Latham), NY office.

Responsibilities

• Project development, client interaction, project management and technical design primarily for public sector clients (municipal, county, state and non-profit)
• Project management responsibilities include development of professional services proposals, management of projects and clients, development of technical approaches to projects, and participation in public presentations/engagement process. As a project manager, you will develop projects with clients and then oversee and manage the project design and construction while interfacing with the client. Managing the project design requires interacting with less experience staff along with training and mentoring them.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• 15-20 years of practical experience in a professional consulting environment
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) NY is required.
• Candidate must be experienced in civil/environmental engineering with a preferred focus on all facets of water resources engineering.
• Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed.
• Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocated.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate efficiently with teammates in different disciplines and different locations.
• Able to interact effectively with clients, project teams, and colleagues internally.
• Experience in project management and solid project financial management skills..
• Communications and analytical/problem solving skills are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public Sector funding experience (NYSEFC, NYSDEC, WIIA, ETC.) for projects a plus. If you do not have grant writing/administration experience, we will train you.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access conference rooms, office machinery, etc.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs to access meeting rooms, office machinery, etc. (Elevator available)
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs and ladders for observation of facility operations and construction activities.
• Frequently communicates with design team members. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions.
• Occasional travel, primarily within New York State.
• Ability to access all areas of project sites and conduct physical evaluations of site and facilities, including ability to climb; walk a significant distance, sometimes on uneven ground; and occasional minor lifting (<50 lbs).
• Willingness to enter confined spaces, with requisite training, is required.

Salary Range: ($130,000 - $155,000)
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.