Senior Civil Engineer

SMMA is seeking a Sr. Civil Engineer to join SMMA’s Site Design team, a talented group of designers and problem-solvers.  This position is for a senior engineer that will lead and manage the site design through all phases of a project.  Given SMMA’s integrated and multidisciplinary composition, the role affords a chance to coordinate and work closely with staff across numerous areas of design expertise and provides exposure to a variety of project and client types.  

The candidate will be active throughout projects’ full lifecycles, from concept design to final construction documents, and during construction administration. The position includes environmental permitting applications and processes at federal, state, and local levels.  

We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth. The candidate will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge that will advance the firm’s mission and his/her professional career. This position may be based in our Cambridge, MA; Providence, RI; or Manchester, NH office. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Leading the development of site plans for a variety of land-development and building projects 

• Leading the design of stormwater management and utility systems 

• Leading the preparation of site permitting applications and supporting reports 

• Responsible for issuing project documents for construction 

• Overseeing and participating in construction administration activities 

• Managing and mentoring project staff 

• Preparation of proposals for site-lead projects, or assist in the preparation of other interdisciplinary proposals  

• Perform internal quality review of documents for a variety of interdisciplinary projects 

 
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering 

• 12+ years’ experience 

• Registration as a Professional Engineer 

• Experience with a variety of design software and programs (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Hydrocad) as well as Microsoft Office 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are  

About SMMA 

70 years ago, SMMA pioneered an approach that integrates architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning to turn the most tangled design problems into refined and unexpected answers. Together, our diverse, integrated team of experts works across disciplines, sharing perspectives, inspirations, and ideas. We are bound by mutual trust, aligned by shared values, and united in focus on a single goal—our client’s goal. 

Our work straddles seven markets— Development, Government, Higher Education, K-12, Life Sciences, Technology, and Workplace—with the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and specialisms. 

SMMA is a 100% employee-owned company, where every team member is an invested stakeholder. Our collective ownership fuels our passion for excellence, driving us to attract top talent and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Here, your voice matters, your ideas shape our future, and your success directly contributes to our shared growth. 

Company Perks 

• Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program


• Hybrid work-from-home policy


• Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching


• Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)


• Mentor/protégé program


• Educational reimbursement


• Licensure and membership reimbursement


• “Lunch and Learns” with internal and external speakers

Please note: SMMA does not offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this position.

The approximate pay range for Cambridge, MA is $100,000 - $130,000.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications.