Civil Site Development Group Manager

Alfred Benesch & Company; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Generous paid time benefits

Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Civil / Land Development Group Manager to oversee the North Carolina Division Civil Site Group. The role requires a Professional Engineer license and 15+ years of experience in civil engineering. Responsibilities include managing project teams, developing client relationships, and contributing to strategic initiatives across the Carolinas. The firm offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer licensure in North Carolina (or ability to acquire it within 3 months).
• 15+ years of industry experience.
• Design experience with site development and various civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the North Carolina Division Civil Site Group.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

Client development

Project management

Excellent communication

Civil engineering expertise

Leadership and mentoring

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Civil / Land Development Group Manager

We are looking to hire an experienced Civil / Land Development Group Manager to be based in our Charlotte or Raleigh office. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with significant experience in client development and managing, designing, and providing civil site services for public and private agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities.

Location

This full-time position will be based in the Charlotte or Raleigh office, requiring at least 3 days a week onsite.

Impact You Will Have

• Manage and grow the North Carolina Division Civil Site Group, including the design and construction administration service lines
• Manage project teams, accountable for staffing, budget, and schedule
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives, including expansion of Civil/Land Development throughout the Carolinas and the Southeast region
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
• Collaborate on divisional and regional growth strategy
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers
• Business development and marketing, including networking, preparation of SOQs, proposals, and contracts
• Manage design consultants and clients
• Oversee/quality control for concepts or schematic designs, including layout, grading, hydrology, and utilities
• Oversee design concepts from schematic design into development and work with the project team to produce construction documents

What We Are Looking For

• Professional Engineer licensure in North Carolina (or ability to acquire it through reciprocity within 3 months)
• 15+ years of industry experience
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Proficient understanding of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software
• Excellent communication, strong written, oral, and client relation skills
• Understanding of applicable codes and North Carolina regulatory agencies and permitting processes
• Experience in project management, including design cost control, project budget control, and quality assurance/quality control
• Ability to manage staff both individually and as a team
• Experience working with public agencies, private entities, and/or municipalities
• Design experience with site development, local roads, water distribution systems, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sedimentation & erosion control practices, and stormwater best management practices
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements
• Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships and proven ability to win work
• Ability to lead, manage, mentor, and grow a dynamic team
• Strong understanding of project financials and vision reporting; maintaining compliance with division and project financial objectives including chargeability, profit, and overhead
• Participation in local civic and professional organizations to promote the company
• Work with team leaders of multiple disciplines to deliver turnkey design projects to our clients

Benefits

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees and offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources such as Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, and knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit‑sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work‑from‑home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous paid time benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual required with the ability to bundle time‑off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

Employee Engagement

• Encouragement to extend impact beyond core responsibilities; participation in employee resource groups and committees to enhance work‑life balance and community‑focused initiatives
• Support for community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities

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