Director, Public Infrastructure

Halff; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) & ESOP

Health Savings Account (HSA)

529 College Savings Plan

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Halff, a leading infrastructure consulting firm, seeks a Civil Engineering Director to lead the Public Infrastructure team in Corpus Christi. You will guide engineers, manage large multi‑discipline projects, mentor staff, and drive client relationships and proposals.

Ideal candidates hold a Texas P.E., ABET‑accredited degree, 20+ years in public works, with strong communication and a proven record of delivering complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in civil engineering or ABET‑accredited equivalent engineering degree.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas.
• At least 20 years of experience in utility and public infrastructure design, public works, and land development projects.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple engineering teams within Public Infrastructure.
• Mentor Team Leaders and staff; train and coach production staff.
• Oversee planning, design, and execution of large, multi‑discipline projects.
• Review designs, calculations, and drawings for code and client compliance.
• Drive proposals, business development, and client relationship growth.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentorship

Client relations

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

P.E. license (Texas)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Director (PE), Public Infrastructure, Corpus Christi, TX

Halff is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineering Director to join our Public Infrastructure team in Corpus Christi, TX. The ideal candidate will have at least 20 years of experience in delivering public infrastructure utilities, local infrastructure and land development projects, an established network of municipal clients, and knowledge of established practices in regional clients' rotation lists, on-calls and pre-qualification pools in the Texas Coastal Bend area. This position will entail the leadership of a Public Infrastructure team, training and mentorship of team leaders and civil engineering staff, and oversight of large/complex projects. This role will require the design and management of civil engineering projects and related pursuits. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage multiple teams of engineers and/or other professional/technical staff within their discipline, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
• Set performance goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement and uphold rigorous quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards.
• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of projects within their discipline, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion.
• Review and approve designs, calculations, and drawings to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in technologies and methodologies within the discipline and apply them to enhance project outcomes.
• Collaborate with business development teams to prepare proposals, presentations, and bids for potential projects.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and identify new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a robust network of municipal clients and teaming partners
• Ensure all projects adhere to relevant codes, regulations, and safety guidelines.
• Identify potential projects within the region and initiate implementation strategies for successful awarding of new design contracts
• Utilize a deep understanding of principles and best practices within the discipline, to guide project teams effectively.
• Business development activities including client relationship building
• Monitor project progress, address any issues or obstacles, and provide strategic solutions to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop project scopes, professional services fee development, and staff projections
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to understand project requirements and deliverables.
• Produce winning project proposals as lead professional/project manager
• Support leaders of multiple teams producing public works projects
• Supervise direct reports (Team Leaders)
• Train and coach Team Leaders and Production staff
• Manage project administration and supervision
• Work in a collaborative team environment with multiple offices and various disciplines
• Oversee large scale, complex, multi-discipline projects
• Drive sales growth, coach strong financial project performance, and monitor other key metrics

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Texas
• At least 20 years of experience in utility and public infrastructure design, local infrastructure, public works, municipal roadway, trails, drainage, and land development projects
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients, team members, and stakeholders effectively.
• Servant leader mentality with strong ability to train and mentor staff
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams effectively.
• Strong ability to train and mentor staff
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Demonstrable project wins as a key individual on the project team organizational chart
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects of varying sizes and complexities within their discipline.
• Must be proficient in project management, administration, and supervision
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision‑making skills, with a track record of successfully resolving complex challenges.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and manage budgets.
• Ability to work in a team environment with multiple offices and various disciplines
• Positive attitude, self‑directed and continuous learner
• Established professional network of municipal clients and teaming partners
• Coastal Bend regional experience preferred

The Halff Public Infrastructure Advantage

• Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion
• Halff’s Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases
• Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables

Learn more about Halff’s Public Infrastructure services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team

Halff Public Infrastructure Services

• Public Infrastructure
• Transportation/Roadway
• Water and Wastewater Drainage
• Water Resources
• Facilities
• Parks and Trails
• Construction Management and Inspection
• Asset Management
• Traffic and ITS
• SUE/Survey

Company Overview

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.

Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.

Our industry‑leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways.You can view Halff's full complement of services here

Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia and Arizona.For a full list of our locations, click here

We Offer Excellent Benefits, Including But Not Limited To

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

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