Senior Civil Engineer / Client Manager

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holidays

Paid Family Leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A national engineering firm is seeking a Civil Engineer VI to join their team in Tallahassee, Florida. This role requires a proactive leader with at least 15 years of experience in municipal engineering and a strong track record in project management and client relations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading teams, developing project approaches, and ensuring successful delivery of complex projects. This employee-owned firm offers competitive compensation and a culture focused on innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have 15+ years of experience in related field.
• Experience in municipal project design and management required.
• Proven ability to develop business and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver municipal and development projects.
• Manage and mentor engineering staff.
• Engage with clients to win projects and maintain relationships.
• Prepare project proposals and determine design decisions.

Skills

Client management

Project management

Proactive problem-solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Registered as a Professional Engineer in Florida

Job description

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us.## You belong at SEHSEH is currenting searching for a Civil Engineer VI to join our talented Civil team!**Why our employee-owners love SEH:*** "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst* "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst* "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer* "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer**Why you’ll love SEH:*** Collaborate on of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities* Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success* Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training* Work arrangements that promote work/life balance* Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities* Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice**This Opportunity:**We are looking for a civil engineering leader who is recognized in municipal engineering circles. One who is ready to bring their established reputation and extensive network to SEH, helping us rapidly expand our presence in the Forida Panhandle. A leader known for their ability to win projects, manage teams, and deliver results. This is an opportunity for a top-tier professional to join a growing national firm, leveraging SEH's resources to further enhance their impact on this market. If you've built your own brand in FL and are ready to wave the SEH flag, we want to talk to you.* Must be located in the Florida Panhandle- Tallahassee, Panama City, Destin, Pensacola FL areas-, or surrounding areas with ability to travel for client meetings, as needed.* **We’re seeking a client-centric leader who excels at:** **- Responsiveness to clients and internal teams - Proactive problem-solving and exceptional project delivery - Compelling communication and collaboration - Maintaining project schedules*** Opportunity to create your teams and client bases, with support of the expansive resources across diverse markets within a well-established firm* Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct multiple projects for a variety of clients across numerous sectors and regions* Understanding market needs and trends to identify and act on opportunities to win work* Maintain close relationships with clients throughout development of projects and after completion* Recruiting, managing, mentoring, and collaboration with staff as needed to provide a positive team environment* Maintaining an understanding of relevant regulatory programs, funding opportunities, design standards and procedures through active participation in continuing education programs and professional associations* Representing SEH with local governments, municipalities and industry events* Responding to RFQ’s* Preparing project approaches, scopes and fees required to complete projects* Presenting proposals to clients, interviewing for projects, and selecting project teams* Determining major project design decisions in conjunction with client**Essential Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering field of study* Registered as a Professional Engineer in the state of Florida* Experienced with design, construction and project management of development and municipal projects* Experience in client management; demonstrated ability to develop new business opportunities and win project proposals**Preferred Qualifications:*** Minimum of fifteen (15) years previous experience* Previous experience in industrial/commercial development* Previous experience managing a staff of engineering professionals and serving as a technical mentor for junior level staff* Current affiliation and/or membership with local, state or national Civil Engineering societies and associations**Who We Are**Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a . We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $155,000 and $175,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.**The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.**SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.**Notice to Third Party Agencies:** SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.#LI-AA1Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.