Associate Vice President Structural Engineer / New England Infrastructure Practice Lead (Newton)

Associate Vice President Structural Engineer / New England Infrastructure Practice Lead

US-MA-Newton

Job ID: 2026-3318
# of Openings: 1
Category: Civil/Structural Engineering
LiRo-Hill

Overview

We have an immediate need for an Associate Vice President Structural Engineer / New England Infrastructure Practice Lead to join our Newton, MA office .

 

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset—our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization with a strong track record that continues to strengthen relationships and expand capabilities as a trusted resource for public and private sector clients.

 

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc., consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both firms in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team. LiRo-Hill is a 1,100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston, and Edison, NJ.

 

This role represents a unique opportunity to help shape and grow LiRo-Hill’s presence in New England , with a focus on public sector infrastructure and municipal clients , while collaborating with a deep, multidisciplinary bench across the region.

 

We are seeking a highly motivated, relationship-driven civil/structural engineer with a background in transportation, bridge, and/or municipal infrastructure projects to lead our New England growth initiatives from our Newton office.

 

 

This is a seller-doer leadership role focused on:

• Building and maintaining client relationships with agencies such as MassDOT, MBTA, and local municipalities
• Supporting and growing infrastructure-related opportunities
• Serving as a local presence and client-facing leader, while leveraging LiRo-Hill’s broader technical resources

 

The ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial mindset, strong local connections, and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, multi-office delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with public sector clients, including MassDOT, MBTA, and municipal agencies
• Support and lead business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client engagement, and industry involvement
• Serve as a local technical and project leader for infrastructure and structural assignments, including bridges, transportation systems, and related facilities
• Coordinate with internal teams across NYC, Long Island, and New Jersey to deliver high-quality engineering services
• Manage projects including scope, schedule, budget, and client communication
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC for structural and civil engineering deliverables
• Support multidisciplinary coordination with architecture, MEP, and site/civil teams in the region
• Mentor and help grow local staff as the New England team expands
• Represent the firm at industry events, professional organizations, and client meetings
• Assist in shaping the strategic direction of LiRo-Hill’s New England infrastructure and structures presence

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering, with a focus on transportation and/or municipal infrastructure projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts, additional New England licensures preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with MassDOT, MBTA, and/or local municipalities
• Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development efforts
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of structural systems related to bridges and infrastructure, with working knowledge of building structures and/or site civil systems
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multi-office environment and leverage remote technical re sources

 

Why Join LiRo-Hill in New England?

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and growing a regional presence
• Backed by a deep bench of technical experts and resources across the Northeast
• Exposure to a wide range of public sector infrastructure and multidisciplinary projects
• Collaborative environment with architecture, MEP, civil, and structural teams
• Strong company reputation and long-standing client relationships in the public sector

 

We are committed to your success, and we invest in your growth and development to unlock your full potential.

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

 

Our Culture:

 

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

 

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Compensation: Minimum: $180,000/yr.; Maximum: $210,000/yr. The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidate’s qualifications and location.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

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Compensation details: 180000-210000 Yearly Salary

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