Group Project Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? We are seeking a Project Engineer in our Power Group to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team in the Lehigh Valley, PA; Wilkes Barre, PA; or Philadelphia, PA locations. This role is ideal for a motivated civil engineer who enjoys supporting power utility sector projects, including work for electric utility clients such as PPL and similar providers, while solving complex site development, utility coordination, access, permitting, and infrastructure challenges from concept through construction. Verdantas is a nationally recognized leader in environmental, engineering, and infrastructure consulting. Named the #1 Firm to Work For by Zweig Group, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that improve communities while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.

• Perform civil engineering design and technical analysis for a variety of power utility and land development projects, including electric utility facilities, substations, transmission and distribution support sites, access roads, commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, mixed-use, and energy developments
• Prepare and review site development plans, grading plans, utility plans, access plans, and construction documents for utility-focused infrastructure projects
• Design and analyze stormwater management systems, drainage and conveyance, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control measures, site grading and earthwork, roadway and access improvements, and utility infrastructure systems
• Support coordination with power utility clients and stakeholders on site access, constructability, right-of-way, permitting, and utility infrastructure needs
• Coordinate permitting efforts and prepare applications for municipal, county, and state review agencies
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery activities
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed
• Assist with proposal preparation, technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while continuing professional development

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 4-8 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on power utility, land development, site design, or related infrastructure projects
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress
• Experience preparing land development, utility site, access, and permit applications; experience supporting electric utility clients such as PPL is a plus
• Proven successful experience in site layout and design, stormwater management, grading and drainage design, utility infrastructure, erosion and sediment control
• Knowledge of local and state permitting processes
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing effectively to project teams

Salary Range: The starting salary for this position is $89,000, with final compensation determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and licensing status.

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet