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SMMA

Civil Engineer

Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$80,000 – $100,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
2 Sept 2026

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the posting

SMMA is seeking a Civil Engineer to join SMMA’s Site Design team, a talented group of designers and problem-solvers. This position is for a n engineer that will work with senior team members on site design through all phases of a project. Given SMMA’s integrated and multidisciplinary composition, the role affords a chance to coordinate and work closely with staff across numerous areas of design expertise and provides exposure to a variety of project and client types.

The candidate will be active throughout projects’ full lifecycles, from concept design to final construction documents, and during construction administration. The position includes environmental permitting applications and processes at federal, state , and local level s .

We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth. The candidate will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge that will advance the firm’s mission and his/her professional career. This position may be based in our Cambridge, MA; Providence, RI; or Manchester, NH office.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading aspects of the d evelop ment of site plans for a variety of land-development and building projects

D esig n ing stormwater management and utility systems

Preparation site permitting applications and supporting reports

Overseeing and p articipating in construction administration activities

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

8-12 years ’ experience

Registration as a Professional Engineer , or working towards registration

Experience with a variety of design software and programs (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Hydrocad ) as well as Microsoft Office

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required

About SMMA

70 years ago, SMMA pioneered an approach that integrates architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning to turn the most tangled design problems into refined and unexpected answers. Together, our diverse, integrated team of experts works across disciplines, sharing perspectives, inspirations, and ideas. We are bound by mutual trust, aligned by shared values, and united in focus on a single goal—our client’s goal.

Our work straddles seven markets— Development, Government, Higher Education, K-12, Life Sciences, Technology, and Workplace—with the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and specialisms.

SMMA is a 100% employee-owned company, where every team member is an invested stakeholder. Our collective ownership fuels our passion for excellence, driving us to attract top talent and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Here, your voice matters, your ideas shape our future, and your success directly contributes to our shared growth.

Company Perks

Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program

Hybrid work-from-home policy

Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching

Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)

Mentor/protégé program

Educational reimbursement

Licensure and membership reimbursement

“Lunch and Learns” with internal and external speakers

Please note: SMMA does not offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this position.

The approximate pay range for Cambridge, MA is $80,000 - $100,000.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications.

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