Civil Engineering Practice Leader

Fluor Corp; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Military leave

Referral bonuses

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Practice Leader - Civil Engineering in the Inland Empire, CA to lead design, permitting, and client development for premier land development projects. You will collaborate with senior leadership to guide multi-disciplinary teams across residential, institutional, and commercial ventures.

The role demands 15+ years of local site/civil experience, PE licensure, and strong client-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and PE license.
• 15+ years of site/civil engineering experience, land development emphasis.
• Strong client development and management abilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed-use projects for both public and private clients.
• Work with office leadership to develop growth plans and staff utilization.
• Lead staffing and hiring initiatives for the Inland Empire office.
• Identify and pursue new clients; develop work within existing projects; attend BD meetings.
• Provide oversight and management of junior staff; coach and mentor Site/Civil staff.
• Lead site/civil efforts including layout, grading, drainage, and infrastructure design.
• Lead storm water management design and SWPPP preparation.
• Demonstrate experience in land development engineering integration with geotechnical and environmental aspects.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Project management

Client development

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job details

Posted 10 September 2026

Start date 10 September 2026

Location Riverside

Job type Permanent

Discipline Civil Structural and Architectural

Reference 170069

Job Function Project Manager

Practice Leader- Inland Empire - Civil Engineering

Our client provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. The culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Seeking a Practice Leader - Civil Engineering to join a collaborative team in the Inland Empire, CA. This individual will serve a key function in leading and supporting design, permitting and client management/development efforts for a variety of land development projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross‑functionally with top industry leadership on a diverse array of premier land development projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed‑use projects for both public and private clients;

• Work closely with office leadership to develop growth plans and ensure staff utilization;

• Lead staffing and hiring initiatives for the Inland Empire office;

• Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients, develop additional work within existing projects, and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients;

• Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments. Coach, train, and motivate Site/Civil staff;

• Lead site/civil efforts on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;

• Lead storm water management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design and SWPPP preparation;

• Demonstrate experience in all aspects of land development engineering including the integration of geotechnical and environmental engineering; and

• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;

• 15+ years of successful, local and related site/civil engineering experience with a concentration in land development on both small and large projects;

• Professional Engineering license;

• Site/civil experience on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;

• Strong client development and client management abilities;

• Proficiency of AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred;

• Active participation in professional organizations;

• Experience in technical and proposal writing;

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;

• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and

• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.