LA Civil Practice Lead

Professions Inc; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Education and professional development

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Professions Inc. is seeking a Practice Leader – Civil Engineering in the Los Angeles, CA area to lead design, permitting, client management, and business development for land development projects.

This senior role focuses on growing a local Site/Civil practice, developing client relationships, and guiding staff through project delivery from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 15+ years of relevant site/civil engineering experience with land development.
• Active PE license and strong leadership, business development, and client management skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and permitting of residential, institutional, commercial, warehouse/distribution, and mixed-use development projects.
• Develop business and growth plans; ensure effective staff utilization.
• Lead staffing, recruiting, and hiring for the local office.
• Identify new opportunities and expand work with existing clients.
• Oversee junior staff and project teams; coach and mentor Site/Civil professionals.
• Guide Site/Civil efforts from concept to completion, including site layout and drainage.
• Coordinate with geotechnical, environmental, and other disciplines; contribute to proposals and presentations.

Skills

Leadership in site/civil practice

Business development

Client relationship management

Staff coaching and mentorship

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Analytical and problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Practice Leader – Civil Engineering

Los Angeles, CA

Job Summary

A leading multidisciplinary engineering firm is seeking an experienced Practice Leader – Civil Engineering to join its growing team in Los Angeles, CA. This individual will play a key leadership role in supporting design, permitting, client management, and business development efforts for a variety of land development projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civil engineering professional to help grow a local office, lead a Site/Civil practice, develop client relationships, and contribute directly to the continued growth of the discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and permitting of residential, institutional, commercial, warehouse/distribution, and mixed-use development projects for public and private clients.
• Work closely with leadership to develop business and growth plans and ensure effective staff utilization.
• Lead staffing, recruiting, and hiring initiatives for the local office.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and develop additional work with existing clients.
• Participate in business development meetings and build strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Provide oversight and management of junior staff and project teams; coach, mentor, and develop Site/Civil professionals.
• Lead Site/Civil efforts from concept through completion, including site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, and related design elements.
• Lead stormwater management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, and SWPPP preparation.
• Apply a strong understanding of land development engineering and coordinate with geotechnical, environmental, and other technical disciplines.
• Contribute to proposals, technical presentations, and other business development initiatives.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the continued growth and success of the practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years of relevant site/civil engineering experience, with a strong concentration in land development and experience with both small and large-scale projects.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong technical experience in site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, and related land development design.
• Demonstrated success in client development, relationship management, and business development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D preferred.
• Active involvement in professional organizations.
• Experience with technical and proposal writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, multitasking, and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client meetings and project site visits.

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees’ professional growth and overall well-being. Benefits may include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) and/or Roth retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Educational and professional development reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee resource groups
• Wellness programs
• Training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level civil engineer who is looking for a true leadership role with the opportunity to build and grow a Site/Civil practice in the Los Angeles market.