Civil/Structural Department Manager

Actalent; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Cell phone reimbursement

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Actalent in Midlothian, VA is seeking a Civil/Structural Department Manager to lead engineering and design teams, ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets, and maintain client relationships.

You will supervise 5 engineers and 1 designer onsite, conduct site visits across the mid-Atlantic, drive departmental performance, and contribute to business development, with a potential annual bonus and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required.
• 15+ years of heavy industrial experience expected.
• PE license with ability to obtain licenses in multiple states.
• Strong track record delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Minimum five years of managerial experience.
• Experience coordinating with clients, other departments, and budgets.
• Experience with foundations, piping supports, and process buildings.
• Familiarity with OSHA, API-620/650, NFPA 13, IBC, AISC, ACI-318/530, ASCE-7.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of civil/structural engineers and designers.
• Ensure department profitability and alignment with billable goals.
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain staff.
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines and procedures.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Improve departmental processes and efficiencies.
• Define, assign, and monitor department tasks.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for CSA department.
• Develop bids, scopes, estimates, schedules, specs, and drawings.
• Ensure deliverables meet codes, standards, and milestones.
• Lead department meetings and communicate priorities.
• Maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and contractors.

Skills

PE license

15+ years heavy industrial

Structural engineering leadership

Project management

Staff development

Client relations

Multi-state licensure

Budgeting & scheduling

Sheet/steel/concrete knowledge

Construction documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Civil/Structural Department Manager

Job Description

The Civil/Structural Department Manager is responsible for overseeing the engineering and design teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. This role involves managing and training staff, planning resources, maintaining department quality control standards, coordinating with other departments, and maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of civil/structural engineers and designers in project design, development, and execution.
• Ensure profitable growth of the department while maintaining staff levels and assignments that meet project requirements and billable goals.
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain staff.
• Ensure department activities adhere to company guidelines and procedures.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture within the department.
• Continually seek ways to improve departmental processes and efficiencies.
• Define, assign, and monitor department task assignments.
• Monitor and maintain scope, schedule, and budget for the CSA department.
• Develop bids, proposals, scopes of work, estimates, schedules, material lists, specifications, calculations, design concepts, design drawings, correspondence, scope changes submittals, and other project documentation per customer and company guidelines.
• Ensure all department deliverables comply with codes, standards, and project milestones.
• Plan and lead department meetings to communicate priorities, performance updates, and other essential information.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and contractors.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology.
• 15+ years of heavy industrial experience.
• PE license with ability to obtain licenses in multiple states.
• Significant experience in structural engineering with a strong track record of project delivery.
• Five or more years of relevant managerial experience.
• Experience managing staff, ensuring project compliance, coordinating with clients and other departments, overseeing budgets, and contributing to business development efforts.
• Experience with equipment foundations/supports, piping supports, process buildings, access platforms, etc.
• Experience in various types of steel and concrete construction methodologies.
• Experience in conventional shallow and deep foundation systems.
• Retrofit experience.
• Knowledge of relevant risk management issues.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, API-620, API-650, NFPA 13, IBC, AISC, ACI-318, ACI-530, and ASCE-7 codes.
• Experience in preparing structural and civil construction plans and specifications.
• Working knowledge of static and dynamic load applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of the structural considerations associated with demolition of both structures and equipment.
• Working knowledge of alternative materials and construction methodologies.
• Working knowledge of earth pressures and their effect on design.
• Working knowledge of considerations of other trades related to efficiently designed structural systems.
• Working knowledge and understanding of civil design including topographic surveys, erosion and sediment control measures, storm water management, staking, site layout, and underground utility plans.
• Working knowledge and understanding of IBC regarding building egress, stairs, and ramp construction, building construction types, occupancy, and fire protection elements.
• Ability to develop General Arrangements and Equipment Arrangements.
• Skilled understanding of maintenance and constructability considerations in all design applications.
• Experience in project management including project estimating.
• Proven technical and business writing skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows including Microsoft Excel and Project.
• Proficient understanding of AutoCAD 3D design with various structural and civil software packages.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Work Environment

This position is based in an onsite work environment in Midlothian, VA. The role involves overseeing a team of 5 engineers and 1 designer, and conducting site visits for projects in the mid-Atlantic region. Employees can expect 20 PTO days per year, 9 paid holidays, and a cell phone reimbursement. There is also a potential for an annual performance bonus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Midlothian, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $180000.00 - $225000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401K: A 401(k) plan through CDM is available for participation. PDI provides an employer match of up to 3% of your annual salary when you enroll in the plan. You are fully vested after 6 years of service. Life Insurance/Disability: PDI covers the cost of a $50,000 life insurance policy for each full-time employee (ages 65-69, $32,000 & ages 70+, $25,000). Disability Insurance: PDI covers the cost of both short-term and long-term disability insurance for all full-time employees at no cost to the employees. Holidays/Paid Time Off: PDI Offers 9 paid holidays a year and a 20-day PTO pla

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Midlothian,VA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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