Michigan Civil Engineering Group Lead - Municipal Projects

Tetra Tech; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team culture

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Group Leader for our Civil Engineering team in Michigan (Ann Arbor, Detroit, East Lansing, Brighton). You will lead a degreed engineering team on civil and site projects serving over 70 municipal clients, including pipeline, site, stormwater, and paving work.

You will manage project staffing, client relationships, and business development while ensuring technical excellence and adherence to standards. Travel ~15% as needed, PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required
• 8+ years of progressively responsible engineering experience
• PE license in Civil Engineering
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Active participation in ASCE/AWWA/WEF
• Experience with underground utilities and site development
• Experience administering construction contracts
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Willingness to travel ~15%

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, planning, and management of civil engineering and site design projects for municipal projects
• Manage teams performing underground utility and site design, cost estimating, and report preparation
• Develop and expand client relationships and generate new business opportunities
• Deliver public presentations to technical and non-technical audiences and support marketing initiatives
• Collaborate with operations management to determine staffing needs and labor forecasts
• Ensure technical accuracy and adherence to engineering standards across reports and designs
• Evaluate project alternatives and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
• Meet financial performance goals related to backlog, utilization, and invoicing
• Lead and support business development, including proposal development, scope writing, and pricing
• Serve as SME in underground utilities and site development
• Identify strategic hiring needs and develop recruiting plans for Michigan
• Manage, mentor, and develop staff and succession planning
• Perform additional duties as required

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Group Leader for our Civil Engineering team in Michigan (Ann Arbor, Detroit, East Lansing, Brighton). You will lead a degreed engineering team on civil and site projects serving over 70 municipal clients, including pipeline, site, stormwater, and paving work.

You will manage project staffing, client relationships, and business development while ensuring technical excellence and adherence to standards. Travel ~15% as needed, PE preferred.