Civil Engineering Group Lead — Site & Land Development

Trilon Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Health insurance with HSA option

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching

Job summary

Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Group Manager for the Kansas City area. You will lead the office’s civil engineering team, guide land development and site development projects, and provide technical direction from design through delivery.

You will mentor engineers, manage project scopes and schedules, engage with clients and regulatory bodies, and help drive growth across the Midwest while relocating to the Cleveland area if needed.

Qualifications

• PE license in OH, MI, PA or IN required.
• 8+ years of civil engineering experience with leadership role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Experience with site development and stormwater design.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Roadway design and survey coordination a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the office’s civil engineering team, supporting land development, site development, and commercial site design projects.
• Manage day-to-day team operations, project execution, workload distribution, and staff performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Mentor and develop civil engineers and designers, providing technical guidance, career development, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of private development projects, including site layout, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and SWPPP plans.
• Review and approve construction documents, including engineering plan sets, specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
• Oversee feasibility studies, due diligence reports, zoning analyses, stormwater modeling and design, and detailed engineering plans.
• Provide technical leadership and quality control for civil design calculations, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to support project approvals, client satisfaction, and long‑term business growth.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate resources, resolve technical challenges, and maintain project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Stormwater design

Site development

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Regulatory liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Group Manager for the Kansas City area. You will lead the office’s civil engineering team, guide land development and site development projects, and provide technical direction from design through delivery.

You will mentor engineers, manage project scopes and schedules, engage with clients and regulatory bodies, and help drive growth across the Midwest while relocating to the Cleveland area if needed.