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Civil Engineer Land Development Jobs in Boston, MA

langan

Senior Civil Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$72K - $103K/yr

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major ... Job Summary Langan is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its collaborative team in Boston, MA.

langan

Senior Civil Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$72K - $103K/yr

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major ... Job Summary Langan is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its collaborative team in Boston, MA.

WDA Design Group

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Civil Engineer

Westborough, MA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Civil Engineer - Unlock Your Growth Potential with WDA Design Group Westborough, MA | Full-Time Are ... land development. We're seeking a skilled and motivated Professional Engineer to join our team. In ...

W3Global Inc.

Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Winchester, MA · On-site

$75K - $175K/yr

We are a fully integrated land development & design company offering all aspects of civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, land planning, environmental permitting, and ...

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How much do civil engineer land development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil engineer land development in Boston, MA is $106,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,600.00 and $122,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a civil engineer land development do?

A land development civil engineer helps plan residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use developments. In this role, you determine the feasibility of a development project and assess the land to ensure that it can support the planned development. Once the possibility is established, you design the infrastructure, including streets, utilities, waste management, drainage, and other systems by creating drawings or using modeling software to visualize your plans. You also coordinate with other architects and engineers involved in the project. A civil engineer must ensure that infrastructure plans meet zoning requirements and do not conflict with other municipal regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a civil engineer land development?

To thrive as a Civil Engineer in Land Development, you need a solid background in civil engineering principles, site design, grading, and stormwater management, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and EIT or PE certification. Proficiency in technical tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software, and hydrology modeling systems is essential. Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills help you collaborate effectively with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant development projects from concept through construction.

What are some typical challenges faced by civil engineers land development projects?

Civil Engineers working in land development often encounter challenges such as balancing project budgets with client expectations, navigating complex permitting processes, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders including architects, surveyors, and local government agencies. Managing tight project timelines while ensuring compliance with environmental and zoning regulations is also a common hurdle. Success in this role often comes from strong project management skills, effective communication, and adaptability to changing project requirements.

What is the difference between Civil Engineer Land Development vs Civil Engineer Transportation?

AspectCivil Engineer Land DevelopmentCivil Engineer Transportation
CredentialsBS in Civil Engineering, PE license often requiredBS in Civil Engineering, PE license often required
Work EnvironmentDesigning and planning land projects, working with developersDesigning transportation systems, working with public agencies
Industry UsageReal estate development, municipal planningPublic transit, highway agencies, urban planning

Both roles require similar credentials and licenses, but Civil Engineer Land Development focuses on site planning and land use, while Civil Engineer Transportation specializes in transportation infrastructure. Their work environments and industry applications differ, aligning with their specific project types.

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Infographic showing various Civil Engineer Land Development job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,776 per year, or $51.3 per hour.

Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Coneco Engineers & Scientists

Bridgewater, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Offices located in Bridgewater and Westford, MA, and Providence, RI
Coneco Engineers & Scientists is actively seeking a dynamic Senior Civil Engineer for our Bridgewater, MA office. We are a consulting firm that focusses on environmental management, civil engineering, ecological permitting, and land surveying. Coneco’s collaborates as a team and is advancing innovative solutions and making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
 Our Engineering division maintains contracts with diverse and established local and national companies. We provide a wide range of services primarily in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with projects ranging into the greater New England Area. In this position, you will serve a key role in the planning, design, permitting, and construction management of land development and infrastructure projects. Coneco is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Company Culture:
Coneco offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities with an emphasis on work-life balance. 
  • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
  • Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
  • Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
  • Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
  • Work/Life Balance-oriented – flexible and fair
Job Description & Responsibilities:
We are looking for a senior site civil engineering project manager with 10+ years of civil engineering land development design/field experience who is eager to help guide and instruct upcoming engineers and designers through the site civil engineering process.  This position will include site field investigations, evaluations, analysis, and design, with direct interactions with both the clients and other design and construction professionals.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects involving residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial land development entrusted with the responsible charge for the review and quality assurance of project submissions.  This position collaborates closely with the entire company to manage and inspire team members to their fullest potential. 
  • Manages the preparation and review of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, design plans, and cost estimates for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, etc.)
  • Understands how to utilize reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects
  • Perform zoning, ordinance and permit assessments, assists with the sitework cost estimations, and determine the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data
  • Be knowledgeable of local and state land use processes and regulations
  • Participation in local professional organizations is encouraged
  • Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments
  • Responsibilities include monthly billing review, approval/ disapproval of vendor invoices, budget, schedule, resource and job cost monitoring
  • Work in conjunction with other Project Managers and staff to assist with unique project related issues
  • Oversee and direct production by working with the administrative and drafting staff
  • Position requires work a typical work week (Monday through Friday) with flexibility
  • Flexibility to perform other duties as requested
Qualifications/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Masters degree is a plus but not required
PE License required
15+ years industry experience in site civil engineering design, including site planning, grading, stormwater management, wastewater management, utility layout, construction period pollution prevention;
OSHA 10-Hour training is a plus but not required (Training will be supplied upon onboarding if  necessary)
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is a plus but not required.
Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation to job sites
Skills & Attributes:
AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
Must be able to demonstrate design and management skills with the ability to bring sites from concept, through permitting to the completion of construction
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
Capability to function both independently and in a team.
Initiative-taking and must be willing to work independently to solve problems.
Benefits:
  • Simple IRA with matching up to 3%
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off/Holidays
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Flexible 5 Weekday 8 hour shift
Education:
  • Bachelor's (required)
  • Master’s(optional)
Experience:
  • 10 years industry experience (required)

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