Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Solli Engineering is a multidisciplinary civil engineering and land development consulting firm serving clients across Connecticut and the Northeast. Their work spans site/civil engineering, transportation, landscape architecture, and surveying. They pride themselves on technical precision, team collaboration, and a proactive, client-first approach.

They are trusted partners to private developers, guiding projects from entitlement through construction with speed, compliance, and creativity. Clients hire them to solve problems, navigate approvals, and ultimately secure permits for projects ranging from shopping centers to multifamily housing to large-scale industrial developments.

Position Overview

The Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager will lead private development projects from entitlement and permitting through design and delivery. This is a seat with visibility to clients, municipalities, and internal teams. The individual will balance technical design with regulatory navigation, represent in public forums, and mentor staff in their Monroe, CT office.

This role requires both technical depth and business acumen; ensuring quality deliverables, protecting project profitability, and building trust with clients and regulators.

Must-Have Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; PE license strongly preferred.

Experience: 7+ years of civil/site development across private development, commercial, multifamily, industrial, or mixed-use projects.

Technical Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including grading, stormwater management, utilities, septic, and erosion control design.

Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of entitlement and permitting processes in Connecticut and the New England area.

Project Management: Demonstrated experience developing proposals, managing budgets, and overseeing client billing.

Public Representation: Skilled at presenting projects and engaging with municipal and public boards.

Must be comfortable and able to work from the Monore, CT office.

Essential Skills for Success

Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a balance of autonomy and accountability.

Collaborative, supportive leader who takes pride in mentoring others.

Strong communicator who is confident yet humble; adaptable and receptive to feedback.

Client-focused problem solver with a proactive, professional approach.

Motivated by growth and opportunities to shape the firm’s future.

Core Responsibilities

Lead land development projects from feasibility through construction documentation.

Represent clients before municipal boards and regulatory agencies.

Prepare and review design plans, stormwater reports, and permit applications.

Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical and professional growth.

Oversee proposal preparation, project scoping, budgets, and profitability.

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, balancing compliance, constructability, and project goals.

Performance Milestones

30 Days: Learn Solli’s systems and standards, review active projects, and build relationships with the Monroe, CT team.

60 Days: Take ownership of assigned projects, manage client communications, and assist with proposals and hearings.

90 Days: Lead projects independently, mentor junior team members, and establish municipal and regulatory relationships.

12 Months: Deliver profitable, high-quality projects while contributing to team development and office growth.

Company Values & Culture

At Solli Engineering, success is built on four core values:

Client Service: They value responsiveness, proactive communication, and true partnership; protecting their clients’ investments through trust and planning.

Betterment: They embrace continuous learning, professional growth, and a “team above self” mindset.

Integrity: They act with honesty, fairness, and accountability, always keeping their word.

Collaboration: They believe teamwork fuels success, integrating seamlessly across disciplines with clear, open communication.

Why Solli Engineering

Culture & Team: Join a tight-knit, agile firm that values connection and collaboration.

Growth & Impact: Play a visible role in shaping communities and supporting the firm’s expansion into new markets.

Autonomy: Work with minimal red tape, direct access to leadership, and true ownership of outcomes.

Mentorship & Legacy: Develop the next generation of engineers while leaving your mark on the team.

Trust & Longevity: Join a company that values long-term relationships, invests in its people, and rewards commitment with advancement opportunities.