Practice Leader - Civil Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

401(k)/Roth with company match

Paid time off (parential/military)

Educational reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Civil Engineering Practice Lead to grow and lead a national aviation practice. You will guide technical delivery for complex landside and airside projects and develop strategic client relationships across North America.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, business development, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to shape the firm’s aviation footprint and project portfolio.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive civil engineering experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one US State and ability to apply in multiple states.
• Design experience on FAA and airport authority aviation projects with a reputable client base.
• Experience leading and mentoring staff on aviation civil engineering projects.
• Experience in business development with a history of project wins.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a progressive national aviation practice.
• Build and manage client relationships to secure aviation projects nationwide.
• Provide technical leadership in civil engineering designs for landside and airside projects.
• Coach and supervise engineering design staff to meet objectives.
• Assist with talent acquisition to grow the aviation practice.
• Develop and implement aviation-focused business development strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Team management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Tools

MS Office

AviPlan

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work. Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Civil Engineering Practice Lead for its growing national aviation practice. This individual will serve a key function in leading and expanding the practice's market reach, innovative solutions, and technical expertise. Langan's team is revered in the industry for providing civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineering for all sizes of aviation projects including some of the most exciting and largest terminal and airport development projects currently underway within the United States. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on the evolutionary curve of the Langan's aviation practice while achieving strategic business results in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, and dynamic environment. Langan is experiencing significant strategic growth in aviation, and looking for an industry leader to continue to advance our innovation and growth in this space.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and continue development of a progressive national aviation practice
• Build, maintain, and manage client relationships with the goal of securing aviation projects around the nation
• Perform as technical lead in the preparation of civil engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for all aspects of landside and airside civil engineering activities including grading, drainage and other utilities, rigid and asphalt pavement, aircraft movements and parking, landside vehicular movements; landside roadway and parking lot design, erosion and sediment control as well as many other infrastructure improvements to support runways, taxiways, terminals, general service equipment areas and cargo facilities
• Provide leadership, coaching and supervision to engineering design staff to meet design objectives
• Assist with talent acquisition to grow the aviation practice
• Develop and implement business development strategies to capture a wide range of airport projects including federal and state-funded airport improvement programs, as well as developer funded projects at both public and private airports
• Cooperation with other Langan disciplines to cross-sell aviation-related services to clients throughout North America

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive civil engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one US State and the ability to apply for PE registration in multiple US states
• Design experience on FAA and airport authority aviation projects with a reputable client base
• Experience managing and leading staff on a wide range of aviation civil engineering projects
• Experience in business development with a history of project wins
• Ability to hire, manage, and motivate staff
• Experience leading all aspects of an aviation project: conceptual planning, support on airport master plans, grant/financial knowledge, detailed design, bid support, engineering support during construction, and close out to meet project goals on time and on budget
• Knowledge of and experience in the application of FAA Advisory Circulars for airport design and construction
• Experience with preparation of Airport Layout Plans and other FAA permitting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of general office equipment, MS Office, FAArfield, AviPlan, and other relevant tools of the trade
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and managerial skills, with the ability to engage team members both in-person and remotely
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously, while maintaining quality and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment, and
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing

Benefits and Compensation

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes:

• full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• paid time off including parental and military leave
• employee referral and professional license bonuses
• educational reimbursement

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.Pay Range $117,000 - $171,000 USD

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