Practice Leader / Office Leader - Land/Site

Precision Recruiters; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Charlotte is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Practice / Office Leader to lead and grow their civil engineering practice. The role involves client development, overseeing project teams, and providing technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in site development and possess strong communication and leadership skills. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant civil/site engineering experience.
• Strong client-management capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead site layout, grading, drainage, storm-water design, and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the civil engineering practice in Charlotte.
• Identify and pursue new client relationships.
• Provide technical leadership for site-development projects.
• Oversee and mentor junior to senior staff.
• Direct site/civil engineering efforts and ensure quality assurance for deliverables.
• Manage logistics and represent the office in the market.

Skills

Leadership

Client Development

Technical Design

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

With roots dating to 1970, this multidisciplinary consulting firm has grown into a national leader in integrated land-development engineering and environmental services. Their teams provide site/civil, geotechnical, environmental, transportation/traffic, and digital solutions across major commercial, institutional and infrastructure programs — all built on a foundation of technical excellence, practical experience and responsiveness.

Consistently ranked among the industry’s top firms, they foster an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture that emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, wellbeing and community impact.

Civil Engineering Practice / Office Leader

Location: Charlotte, NC (US 28206)

What you’ll do

• Lead and grow the Charlotte-area civil engineering practice—partnering with firm leadership to develop strategic growth and market-expansion plans.

• Identify and pursue new client relationships; deepen existing accounts; participate in business development meetings and proposal efforts.

• Provide hands‑on technical leadership for site‑development projects from concept through permitting, design, and construction deliverables—covering commercial, residential, institutional, warehouse/distribution center and mixed‑use projects.

• Oversee and mentor junior to senior staff—coaching, training and motivating a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and technical support personnel.

• Direct site/civil engineering efforts: site layout, grading, drainage and storm water management (H/H analysis and design), infrastructure and utility design, erosion/sediment control, working closely with geotechnical and environmental teams.

• Drive workforce planning and hiring initiatives for the local practice; oversee operational performance, resource allocation and quality assurance for deliverables.

• Serve as the local face of the practice—attend client meetings, represent the office in the market, manage logistics such as travel to sites, and ensure the team adheres to firm‑standards and client expectations.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent); North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant civil/site engineering experience—demonstrated success in site development projects of various sizes.

• Established regional client network and strong client‑development, client‑management capabilities.

• Proven technical design experience: ability to lead site layout, grading, drainage/infrastructure, storm‑water design (H/H), utilities, erosion control from initiation through completion.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D (or comparable design platforms) preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of proposal preparation, technical writing and professional organization participation.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to project detail (scope, schedule, budget) and the ability to work independently as well as lead a team.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client meetings and job‑site visits.

What you’ll get

• Four weeks paid time off (with one week already banked for use on day one).

• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting.

• Nine paid holidays—your selection of observed days.

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision coverage, plus company‑matched health savings account (HSA).

• Company‑sponsored term life and short‑term disability, plus long‑term disability, cancer and accident insurance.

• Tuition/education reimbursement, structured mentorship and robust training programs to support career growth.

• Incentive bonus program designed to reward leadership, business‑development and team performance.

Why apply even if you don’t check every box

We believe that diverse experiences and viewpoints enhance our organization. If you bring leadership, technical depth, business‑growth mindset and a strong civil‑engineering foundation—especially in site development—you may be just the person we’re looking for, even if your background isn’t a perfect match yet.