Principal - Senior Civil Engineer
What You Will Contribute To OHM Advisors
In this role, you will use your understanding of the Greater Pittsburgh Metro Area, as well as the Western Pennsylvania market to help strengthen and grow the local presence of OHM Advisors, supporting civic infrastructure, redevelopment, and community development projects across the region.
You will work with municipal, institutional, and private clients, identifying opportunities, contributing to project strategies, and connecting community needs with practical and innovative solutions.
You will work both externally and internally to promote collaboration, helping align client opportunities with OHM’s planning, design, and engineering expertise.
You will help frame solutions and guide project direction while working alongside experienced project managers and technical staff who lead detailed engineering and project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, including municipal leaders, institutions, developers, and regional partners.
- Able to build relationships across public and private sectors, helping align community goals with development and infrastructure opportunities.
- Participate in professional organizations, industry events, and regional networks to strengthen the firm’s visibility.
- Support and lead proposal efforts, including scope development and technical writing.
- Monitor project progress at key milestones and support resolution of issues that may impact client satisfaction or project success.
Technical Leadership
- Maintain a strong understanding of civil engineering practices related to site development, stormwater management, utilities, and permitting.
- Be familiar with PennDOT processes and requirements.
- Stay informed on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and infrastructure priorities across Pittsburgh Metro / western Pennsylvania.
- Work with clients to understand challenges and help shape practical engineering approaches that align with community goals.
- Collaborate with internal technical leaders and project managers to guide engineering solutions that support project success.
- Remain engaged throughout project delivery to ensure technical solutions align with client expectations and broader project objectives.
Collaboration And Mentorship
- Collaborate across OHM disciplines to develop high-functioning teams and align with market and client needs.
- Support mentorship and professional development of junior engineers.
- Actively contributes to firm-wide initiatives and strategies, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Pennsylvania.
- 10+ years of experience in municipal /site engineering and project management.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development efforts.
- Interest in participating in professional organizations or regional industry networks.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Expertise across public and private markets, navigating intersects to provide infrastructure and site design engineering.
Benefits
At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.
- BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Profit Sharing
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
- Paid professional association membership
- Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
- Volunteer Service Leave
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Options
- Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs: Voluntary Wellness Program OHM Grad School OHM University
Schedule
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Pay
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