Lead Power Market Senior Land Development Engineer

Lead Power Market Senior Land Development Engineer

• Provide direction and leadership to project teams, ensuring effective communication, resource allocation, supervision, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Identify and nurture high‑potential talent within the team; mentor and develop the next generation of engineering leadership.
• Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure successful project delivery.
• Serve as Lead Senior Engineer and primary point of contact managing strategy, technical and design work, regulatory engagement, and business development.
• Engage as Senior in Charge on land or site plan development, design, and permitting, stormwater management design and permitting, erosion & sediment control design (as appropriate), primarily for Verdantas’ area‑level clients in real‑estate, government, energy, and industrial markets.
• Direct meetings with municipal officials, engineers, developers, and contractors.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements and implement best practices.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of project delivery.
• Encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary point of contact for project‑related needs and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including federal and state agencies, communities, and environmental organizations, to facilitate project approvals and implementation.
• Coordinate with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure project objectives are met.
• Ensure the quality and technical content of all work products, maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead initiatives aimed at expanding the firm’s presence in the power market and developing strategies to increase market share.
• Plan, execute, and oversee pursuits and projects aimed at market expansion in the power sector.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution; higher education preferred.
• Twenty or more years of experience in civil engineering and land development.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (Delaware, New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey preferred).
• Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.
• Offshore wind energy on‑land transmission project experience, including experience with USEPA, Army Corps of Engineers, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and state agencies (including DNREC).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Salary range starts at $125,000 and is based on the position, experience, and licensure.

• Flexible work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.