Civil Engineer Jobs in Boston, MA
Civil Engineer jobs in Boston are concentrated in transportation, water infrastructure, and urban development, with activity centered in the Seaport District, Longwood Medical Area, and downtown. Firms and public agencies hiring right now include Air Space Intelligence, Parsons, and GFT. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description: Take Your Design Career to the Next Level
Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions.
Step into Your New Role
As a Transportation Civil Engineer, you will be working on cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary roadway design projects for high-profile state agencies and large municipalities in the New England area. You will work closely with our team of civil engineers to support and deliver roadway design projects including incorporation of multimodal facilities, traffic calming treatments, urban streets roadway designs and modifications, accessibility improvements, transit network upgrades, drainage assessments and designs, public and private utility coordination, and green infrastructure elements.
Most of our team enjoys a hybrid schedule, which allows us to offer this role in any of our New England offices:
- Boston, MA
- Springfield, MA
- Worcester, MA
- Rocky Hill, CT
- Portland, ME
- Manchester, NH
Responsibilities:
- Providing technical expertise on projects from the conceptual and preliminary engineering design phase to final design.
- Providing technical expertise on projects beyond final design to through construction phase services.
- Coordinating with architects, bridge, environmental, geotechnical, survey, and traffic professionals, to complete multi-disciplinary project deliverables.
- Assisting project managers in various aspects of roadway design, utility infrastructure design and coordination, development of construction documents, and construction support services.
- Preparing detailed civil design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages.
- Working with Project Managers to ensure that production of specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
Requirements and qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
- 4 - 8 years' experience in the design and preparation of construction contract documents for roadway design projects.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license, or the ability and motivation to obtain license.
- Experience with developing roadway designs in accordance with Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) or Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) design guidelines and standards.
- AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation - InRoads/OpenRoads, AutoTURN.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in: 3D roadway models, horizontal alignments, profiles, corridors, cross sections, grading, sidewalk/curb ramps, ADA design, construction phasing, quantity takeoffs, and estimates preferred.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $81,000 - $109,000.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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Who's Hiring
- Air Space Intelligence13

- Parsons7

- GFT3

- HDR3

- TRC3

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
Civil Engineer Jobs in Boston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a civil engineer job in Boston?
Focus your search on Boston's strongest hiring sectors: transportation and transit infrastructure tied to MBTA projects, waterfront and coastal resilience work in the Seaport District, and urban redevelopment across neighborhoods like Dorchester and East Boston. Engineering consulting firms, the city of Boston, and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation are among the most active employers. Candidates with project experience on dense urban sites or familiarity with Boston's permitting environment tend to stand out.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Boston?
Boston civil engineer roles are posted by Air Space Intelligence, Parsons, and GFT and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Boston's civil engineering market includes a mix of national engineering consultancies with large local offices, municipal and state agencies, and construction management firms active on the city's ongoing infrastructure and development pipeline.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Boston?
Yes, though remotely, civil engineering roles are less common than in purely desk-based fields because much of the work involves site visits, field coordination, and hands-on project oversight. About 50% of civil engineer openings tied to Boston are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with flexibility most common in planning, design review, and environmental analysis roles rather than construction management or inspection positions.
How can I get a civil engineer job in Boston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Boston is through engineering consulting firms that actively hire EIT-credentialed graduates for transportation and site civil projects. Boston's concentration of infrastructure work, including MBTA expansion and waterfront development, creates demand for junior engineers in design support and construction document roles. Internships with the city's Public Works Department or state agencies provide local experience that Boston employers value, and EIT certification gives early-career candidates a concrete credential to lead with.
Which industries hire the most civil engineers in Boston?
Boston civil engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Boston's geography, aging infrastructure, and sustained investment in transit, waterfront resilience, and mixed-use development keep demand high across these sectors, particularly for engineers with urban site experience.
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