Technical Manager - Civil Engineering - Federal Projects

Larson Design Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Civil Engineering Technical Manager - Land Development to lead high-performing teams in delivering impactful community projects. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 15 years of experience, and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. This role involves overseeing project design, budgets, and quality performance while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of fifteen years job-related experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• Strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design of land development projects.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Manage technical, financial, and quality performance of projects.
• Provide guidance and resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Conduct quality assurance and control reviews.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Sketch-Up

Photoshop

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Civil Engineering Technical Manager - Land Development leads and inspires high‑performing teams to deliver impactful, community-shaping projects. This role blends hands‑on technical expertise with strategic leadership, overseeing the design and execution of land development projects from concept through construction.

As a key leader, you will drive design excellence, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and influence project success through collaboration with Project Managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams. You'll play a pivotal role in mentoring staff, optimizing team performance, and contributing to the growth and innovation of the land development practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review the planning and design of land development projects, including site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design, ensuring high-quality and compliant deliverables.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, proactively identifying risks and driving solutions to keep projects on track.
• Manage the technical, financial, and quality performance of land development projects and supporting teams.
• Serve as a trusted technical expert, providing guidance and resolving complex engineering challenges related to site development and infrastructure.
• Act as Engineer of Record when required, ensuring designs meet all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and standards.
• Collaborate with clients, municipalities, contractors, and internal teams to deliver successful, buildable, and cost‑effective solutions.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews to uphold design integrity and consistency across all project deliverables.
• Support workload forecasting, staffing strategies, and team development to maintain a balanced and high‑performing team environment.
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and timelines for a variety of land development projects.
• Contribute to business development efforts through client engagement, proposal support, and technical presentations.
• Navigate and support permitting processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, zoning ordinances, and agency requirements.
• Review contracts, plans, specifications, and reports to ensure alignment with project goals and technical accuracy.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff through coaching, performance feedback, and career development support, fostering a culture of growth and accountability.
• Play an active role in shaping the future of the land development practice by contributing to strategic planning, innovation initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree, preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of fifteen (15) years' job‑related experience.
• Licensure/Certification: Professional Engineer (PE).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch‑Up, Photoshop, and other related software programs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
• Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AE/EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.