Civil Engineer - Principal

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive benefits starting on Day 1

Flexible workplace with hybrid options

Profit-sharing

Mentorship and development

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Mayfield Heights seeks a Civil Engineer - Principal to lead a team, develop proposals, and guide the growth of the practice. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, and Ohio Professional Engineering License. You will play a critical role in managing projects and developing client relationships. The firm offers a supportive environment with benefits starting on Day 1, including comprehensive insurance and 401(k) matching, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• Proven experience in managing and developing a consulting engineering team.
• Experience with commercial and public-sector projects.
• Technical design expertise, including site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design.
• Established client base and ability to develop business for CEC.
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators.
• Proven experience in the management and development of a consulting engineering team.
• Experience with varying types of private-sector projects such as commercial land development; renewable energy/power generation; industrial/manufacturing development; natural gas; public-sector projects for local and state agencies.

Responsibilities

• Guide and lead a team of engineers through multi-faceted projects.
• Develop and review proposals and project budgets.
• Assist in recruiting and professional development of staff.
• Grow the civil practice locally and regionally through client relationships and regulatory navigation.

Skills

Technical design expertise

Established client base

Proven ability to build relationships

Leadership roles within professional groups

Erosion & sedimentation control

Regulatory navigation

Technical design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Ohio Professional Engineering License (P.E.)

Job description

Civil Engineer - Principal

Job Locations: US-OH-Mayfield Heights

• Category: Civil
• Type: Full-Time

Overview

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you'll collaborate with the Office Civil Practice Lead and Operations Lead to grow the Civil Practice in our Cleveland, Ohio office. By developing and strengthening our relationships with prospective and existing clients, you will help guide the growth of the practice on both a local and regional basis. Through your experience, you will guide the external stakeholders through the regulatory environment, and ensure the technical excellence of your projects. You'll be directly responsible for developing and reviewing proposals and project budgets, managing/mentoring a team of engineers and project managers, and performing final quality control/assurance.

In your role, you will guide and lead a team of engineers through multi-faceted civil engineering projects and business development initiatives. As part of the management team, you will assist in the recruiting and professional development of the staff, including the performance of annual reviews and the establishment of development goals. Concurrently, our senior management teams will work with you to customize your individual career path through a variety of professional development and mentoring activities related to your project management, leadership, business development initiatives and service offerings, and assist with office/corporate initiatives.

Why CEC?

• We're 100% Employee-Owned, and all full-time employees can become owners within their first year
• Clear career path with opportunities to grow into senior project management, technical leadership, or practice leadership roles
• Profitable, employee-centered culture: 55% of company profits are returned to our employees through our annual bonus pool
• Comprehensive benefits start on Day 1, including health, vision, dental, life, disability, pet insurance, FSA/HSA, and more
• 401(k) with company match plus up to 2% profit‑sharing contribution, fully vested starting the first of the month after you join
• Collaborative, flexible workplace, with hybrid options that support work‑life balance and professional autonomy
• Culture that values innovation, mentorship, community involvement, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Ohio Professional Engineering License (P.E.) required
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree
• 15+ years of experience
• Technical design expertise, including site layout, grading, stormwater management, erosion & sedimentation control, and site utility design
• Established client base and ability to develop business for CEC
• Established relationships with industry professionals and regulators
• Proven experience in the management and development of a consulting engineering team
• Experience with varying types of private‑sector projects such as commercial land development; renewable energy/power generation; industrial/manufacturing development; natural gas; public‑sector projects for local and state agencies

Additionally, Here’s What We’d Love to See:

• Leadership roles within professional industry groups
• In‑depth understanding of local and state land development regulations and processes, including zoning, stormwater management, and erosion & sedimentation control
• A portfolio or list of past projects outlining key design elements and your role in the projects
• Proven ability to build relationships, provide effective mentoring, and build team morale

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News‑Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small‑firm work environment with large‑firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.