Director of Civil Engineering (opens in new tab)

W & A Engineering; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k with company matching

Short Term Disability

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Employee referral bonus

Parental leave

Job summary

W&A Engineering in Athens, GA seeks a Director of Civil to lead the civil department, oversee site design projects, and guide a team of engineers from concept through construction.

You will drive business development in the Southeast, ensure compliance with standards and budgets, mentor staff, review plans, and collaborate with clients, operations, and other departments to deliver high-quality land development solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civil site design teams.
• Ability to drive business development in the market.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering design standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals and objectives for the department that align with the company’s overall mission statement
• Lead and motivate a team of employees to achieve department goals
• Plan and coordinate the overall work of the department
• Oversee department and ensure that goals and objectives are met
• Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
• Provide staff training, development, and mentoring as needed
• Participate in budget development and allocation of funds to ensure that departmental needs are met
• Guide managers on implementing company initiatives and policies
• Review and approve employee PTO requests, timesheets, and project billing
• Create and implement SOPs that enhance production and the QA/QC process
• Assess and report department progress to Leadership
• Overall responsibility for progress and timeliness of projects
• Review project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget
• Analyze department utilization and profitability
• Participate in the proposal writing process
• Actively participate in contract review and approval process
• Allocate departmental resources to optimize productivity and ROI
• Maintain awareness of industry and market trends
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices
• Company representative in networking, professional groups, and the community
• Responsible for client satisfaction, management, and growth
• Continue to develop professionally by maintaining technical proficiency, expanding licensure footprint, and participating in continuing education opportunities
• Mitigate risk in the department
• Lead and participate in EOS meetings and process
• Billing/invoicing & collections
• Work with HR to recruit additional staff as needed

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Communication

Budgeting

Client relations

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Job description

W&A Engineering is a growing, multidisciplinary firm offering civil engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, and program management with offices across the Southeast. Known for our innovative design, efficient engineering, and professional service, W&A is the trusted partner of community leaders and developers driving sustainable growth throughout the United States. We are seeking a Director of Civil to oversee our civil department in Athens, GA. This professional must have experience within the civil site design industry and be able to lead a team of engineers in addition to driving business within the market. From working with clients and across company departments to site visits to producing plans, you’ll be involved in many aspects of the land development process.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Establish goals and objectives for the department that align with the company’s overall mission statement
• Lead and motivate a team of employees to achieve department goals
• Plan and coordinate the overall work of the department
• Oversee department and ensure that goals and objectives are met
• Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
• Provide staff training, development, and mentoring as needed
• Participate in budget development and allocation of funds to ensure that departmental needs are met
• Guide managers on implementing company initiatives and policies
• Review and approve employee PTO requests, timesheets, and project billing
• Create and implement SOPs that enhance production and the QA/QC process
• Assess and report department progress to Leadership
• Overall responsibility for progress and timeliness of projects
• Review project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget
• Analyze department utilization and profitability
• Participate in the proposal writing process
• Actively participate in contract review and approval process
• Allocate departmental resources to optimize productivity and ROI
• Maintain awareness of industry and market trends
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices
• Company representative in networking, professional groups, and the community
• Responsible for client satisfaction, management, and growth
• Continue to develop professionally by maintaining technical proficiency, expanding licensure footprint, and participating in continuing education opportunities
• Mitigate risk in the department
• Lead and participate in EOS meetings and process
• Billing/invoicing & collections
• Work with HR to recruit additional staff as needed

Skills:

• Aligns with company values: Committed, Accountable, Resourceful, Expanding, and Socially Responsible
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent managerial, supervisory, and leadership skills
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Extensive technical knowledge of discipline
• Strong understanding of industry standards, business operations, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening, acceptance of feedback, and conflict resolution
• Ability to have difficult conversations
• Willing to accept & facilitate change
• Open-minded and Inclusive
• Promotes a growth mindset and adaptability
• Demonstrates awareness and empathy in a positive manner
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health insurance: medical, dental, and vision
• Life insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with up to 4% company matching
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Employee referral bonus
• Generous parental leave policies

At W&A Engineering we are Committed to building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive community. These values are at the core of who we are and central to our mission. We will hold ourselves Accountable in creating an environment that celebrates difference; we recognize that our differences are what makes us Resourceful, innovative, and ultimately stronger. We know that to Expand, attract and retain the best talent we must create a workplace where employees can be their authentic selves and know that their contributions are valued. We will strive to always be Socially Responsible and actively work to provide a safe space for respectfulness, equality, and “radical” candor.