Engineering Manager

Apex Companies, LLC; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC is looking for an Engineering Manager in Fullerton, California, to lead civil engineering projects and manage staff. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field. Responsibilities include overseeing projects, managing workloads, and ensuring quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. A California PE registration is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Civil Engineering or related field.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Civil Engineering.
• Ability to use AutoCAD Civil 3D software.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and engineering staff activities.
• Prepare project plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Negotiate and manage client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

ESRI Software

Problem-solving skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PDF Software (Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat)

Job description

Engineering Manager – Fullerton, California

Qualified individuals with at least 8+ years of professional experience are encouraged to apply.

General Characteristics

• Independently applies extensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
• Modifies or extends accepted theories and practices of civil engineering to complete assignments.
• Acts in responsible charge of projects.
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
• Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex civil engineering problem.
• Values and applies ethical behavior in the practice of civil engineering.
• Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• Proactive approach, self‑starter, takes initiative, positive attitude, team player.

Critical Tasks and Responsibilities

• Project Management
• Manage workload of other engineering staff
• Staff performance reviews
• Meet with clients regarding work and performance of team, and regarding current and future work
• Pursue/Acquire work with clients.
• Write and review proposals and scopes of work
• Negotiate work with clients
• Prepare project concepts through final design plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) bid packages
• Perform Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• Solve design problems using engineering calculations and following general design standards
• Prepare complete engineering reports related to civil site improvements, storm drainage, water distribution and transmission systems, pumping systems, pipelines, utilities, streets and roadways, bikeways, sanitary sewer collection systems, and water and wastewater facilities
• Prepare project drawings/designs in AutoCAD Civil3D
• Provide comments and markups to PS&E documents.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil3D to establish horizontal and vertical alignments, profiles, cross sections, and perform earthwork calculations
• Serve on project teams under the supervision of CWE Project/Program Managers and/or Directors/Principals
• Complete assignments on time and within budget and achieve firm's quality objectives
• Interact with public and private clients and stakeholders
• Interact with multi‑discipline and multi‑office teams
• Develop and review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Typically, in responsible charge of projects.
• Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Analyzes complex civil engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.
• Acknowledges and applies concepts of sustainability to civil engineering projects.

Required Competencies and Qualifications

• 8+ Years of Experience in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program or other Bachelor's degree with 12+ years' Architect‑Engineering (AE) industry experience.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Civil Engineering, or 12+ years of AE experience.
• Ability to use AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.).
• Ability to use ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or related geospatial software.
• Proficient in PDF software, such as Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, etc.
• Abilities to grasp and become proficient in new software and technologies.
• Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to self‑motivate and work productively without supervision.
• Proactive approach, self‑starter, takes initiative.
• Positive attitude, team player.
• Ability to kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid California driver's license and insurable driving record.

Desired Competencies and Qualifications

• MS, PhD or other advanced degree(s) in related fields.
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP).
• Member of professional practice organization (e.g. ASCE, ACEC, APWA, etc.).
• Involved, organizes, and/or leads outreach and service activities with community service organizations.

Annual Expected Pay Range

$126,000 – $187,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact [e-mail] or [phone]. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer.