Director of Civil Engineering — Lead Technical Excellence

Graef Anhalt Schloemer & Assoc; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

ESOP

Hybrid schedule

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GRAEF seeks a Director of Civil Engineering to provide firmwide leadership for the Civil Engineering Technical Community and report to the Chief Technical Officer. The role advances technical excellence, quality, cross-office collaboration, and the next generation of civil engineering leaders.

You will stay engaged in project work while guiding technical strategy, standards, talent development, and investments in emerging technologies to strengthen GRAEF's civil practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 12 years of civil engineering experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with technical teams.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills.
• Passion for technical excellence, quality, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of firmwide technical standards and best practices across the Civil Engineering Technical Community.
• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across offices and projects.
• Oversee quality processes and resources to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Develop people and future leaders through onboarding, mentoring, and training programs.
• Partner with firm leadership on technical strategy, recruiting, and business development.
• Remain engaged in project leadership, guidance, and risk management on strategically important projects.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring

Communication

Collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

GRAEF seeks a Director of Civil Engineering to provide firmwide leadership for the Civil Engineering Technical Community and report to the Chief Technical Officer. The role advances technical excellence, quality, cross-office collaboration, and the next generation of civil engineering leaders.

You will stay engaged in project work while guiding technical strategy, standards, talent development, and investments in emerging technologies to strengthen GRAEF's civil practice.