Public Works Division Manager - Dickinson

Civil Science; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Career growth

Flexible schedule

Full benefits

Job summary

Civil Science seeks an experienced Public Works Division Manager to lead our public works practice in North Dakota. The role oversees Project Managers, Engineers, Surveyors, and support staff, reporting to the Area Manager.

This is ideal for a licensed engineer who excels in leadership, business development, and delivering technical excellence. The Division Manager will set strategic direction, oversee budgeting and forecasting, drive safety compliance, mentor staff, and represent the firm in

Qualifications

• North Dakota PE licensure required.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 12+ years of experience in public works and civil infrastructure projects (water, sewer, storm sewer, land development).
• Proven ability to develop and sustain revenue-generating client relationships in ND public works.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel throughout North Dakota and potentially neighboring states.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for the public works division and align with company goals.
• Lead division planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Drive division-level quality, risk management, and safety compliance.
• Develop staff through mentoring, hiring, and performance management programs.
• Represent Civil Science in municipal, regional, and state forums and industry organizations.
• Lead business development for the ND public works market and oversee proposal development.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Communication

Strategic planning

Staff development

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

Civil Science is seeking an experienced Public Works Division Manager to lead our public works practice in North Dakota. As a Division Manager, you'll report to the Area Manager and oversee Project Managers, Engineers, Surveyors, and support staff within the Public Works Division. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed engineer who thrives in team leadership, business development, and delivering technical excellence.

Division Leadership & Strategic Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for the public works division, aligned with company goals.
• Lead division level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Drive division-level quality, risk management, and safety compliance.
• Develop staff through mentoring, hiring, and company performance management programs.
• Represent Civil Science in municipal, regional, and state forums and industry organizations.

Business Development Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts for the ND public works market, including identifying new clients, pursuing strategic opportunities, and overseeing proposal development.
• Monitor municipal funding cycles and position the Division for upcoming opportunities.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with agencies, councils, and community partners.

Required Qualifications

• North Dakota PE
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 12+ years of experience with strong technical background in public works and civil infrastructure projects specifically involving water, sewer, storm sewer and land development.
• Proven ability to develop and sustain revenue-generating client relationships in the North Dakota public works market.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel and meet client needs throughout North Dakota and potentially in surrounding states.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Financial acumen
• Business development & relationship-building
• Leadership & talent acquisition/development
• Technical and North Dakota regulatory/funding expertise, particularly involving wet infrastructure
• Communication & negotiation skills

Why Join Civil Science?

• Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
• Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
• Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee‑owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee‑owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case‑by‑case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Civil Science is a full-service civil engineering firm established in 2002 through an employee buyout of a local firm which has been continuously providing consulting engineering services since 1978. Civil Science provides services through the expertise of highly qualified professional engineers, licensed surveyors, planners, and a support pool of technicians to a wide array of both public sector and private clientele in multiple states. In 2015, Civil Science transitioned to a 100% Employee‑Owned company in order to benefit our employees and clients through increased collaboration, and commitment.

Civil Science employee‑owners are passionate about teaming with clients to develop solutions that are innovative, instill lasting value, and provide for mutual success. This focus results in an effective balance of cost and functionality that serves the long‑term interests of people and communities.

We provide a diversity of experience and industry professionals in a wide variety of public and private infrastructure disciplines. From our numerous successful projects, we have established a reputation for meeting tight project deadlines with high quality deliverables in a cost‑efficient manner.