Land and Site Development Practice Leader

JEO Consulting Group, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JEO Consulting Group, Inc. in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Land and Site Development Practice Leader to lead the civil design team. This role requires 20+ years in civil engineering with a focus on site development, and involves project management, client relationship building, and staff mentorship.

The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment and possess strong leadership skills, proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, and a PE license. Join us to improve communities while furthering your career!

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive civil engineering experience focused on site development.
• Proven leadership and capabilities in managing teams and projects.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with varied stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil design team to meet project goals and exceed client expectations.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, quality, and client service.
• Mentor senior engineers while managing multiple client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Civil engineering design

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical multidiscipline A/E firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you are the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The Land and Site Development Practice Leader leads the civil design team and is supported by a team of professionals who take the lead on managing successful projects that meet and exceed client expectations. This position combines technical leadership, project management, business development, client relationship management, and staff mentorship to drive the strategic growth and operational success of the department.

Situated within a multidisciplinary department consisting of architects, civil engineers, landscape architects, and aquatics engineers, the site civil team collaborates daily across department disciplines. Current projects consist of commercial site design, land development, and parks & recreation design. In addition to people, project management and business development responsibilities, the Practice Leader coordinates with department leadership to help meet the vision and goals of the department. Externally, the Practice Leader is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with public and private clients, including municipalities and developers.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, quality, and client service.
• Support department and company strategic initiatives.
• Lead project teams to develop thoughtful designs and meet project goals.
• Develop project scope, fees, and schedules.
• Manage projects, overseeing documentation and specification production.
• Manage QA processes and conduct QC reviews.
• Mentor senior engineers and project managers.
• Build strong client relationships.
• Contribute to marketing efforts and proposal preparation.
• Collaborate with architects, landscape architects, civil engineers, and aquatics designers to deliver multidisciplinary projects.
• Manage staff and project teams toward successful completion of projects as well as contributing culturally to the department and company.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• 20+ years of progressive civil engineering experience with a focus on site development and land development projects.
• Proven leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software.
• Experience leading teams, managing client relationships, and supporting business development efforts.
• Established client relationships within public and/or private development markets.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, projects, and initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and team members.
• Experience with land and site development, including civil engineering design for municipal, commercial, industrial, educational, residential, and mixed-use development projects.
• Strong understanding of site civil engineering principles, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Knowledge of state, county, and municipal ordinances, policies, and standards related to grading, drainage, street improvements, subdivision, and land regulations.