Engineering Office Leader — Impactful Projects & Growth

Interstate Engineering; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Engineering in Williston, ND seeks an experienced leader to guide the Williston office's operations, project delivery, and client relationships. This is more than an office manager role; it's about shaping infrastructure and community impact across western North Dakota.

You will supervise administrative staff, coordinate with engineers and project managers, contribute to business development, and oversee budgeting and daily operations to support growth and community-focused projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or a related field.
• PE license preferred (or ability to obtain licensure within six months)
• 10+ years of experience in engineering, construction, or professional services with progressive responsibility in operations, project coordination, or office leadership.
• Experience working with engineering/technical teams, supporting project delivery and client coordination.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and support a high-performing work environment.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, accounts payable/receivable, or project financial tracking.
• Strong understanding of project-based workflows, including proposals, contracts, scheduling, and deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, technical staff, and leadership.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with related software systems.
• Ability to think strategically and improve processes; valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project priorities and workflows with engineers, survey managers, and project managers to support successful project delivery.
• Lead administrative staff and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development for office growth.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support PMs in delivering high-quality service.
• Collaborate with marketing and funding teams to support proposals and community initiatives.
• Assist in budgeting, financial tracking, and forecasting to align office operations with goals.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and other financial processes for office performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Client coordination

Budgeting

Communication

Organization

Strategic thinking

MS Office

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering / related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Interstate Engineering in Williston, ND seeks an experienced leader to guide the Williston office's operations, project delivery, and client relationships. This is more than an office manager role; it's about shaping infrastructure and community impact across western North Dakota.

You will supervise administrative staff, coordinate with engineers and project managers, contribute to business development, and oversee budgeting and daily operations to support growth and community-focused projects.