Civil Department Manager, PE

Interested in this role? Apply directly today to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices. com for immediate consideration

**interviews being conducted this week**

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Civil Engineer PE to join our team as a department manager within a full-service A/E Firm - encompassing Architectural, Structural, MEP, and Civil divisions. As part of the Civil Team, the successful candidate must bring basic concepts and ideas to fruition with minimal supervision, and excel in a collaborative, team-based environment. Responsibilities include site observation, field documentation, and analysis of existing sites.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Manage multi-discipline site/civil projects from planning through construction.
• Review contracts, define scope, and ensure milestones and deliverables are met.
• Resolve issues and oversee final project turnover to clients.

Design & Technical Execution

• Design site utilities (sanitary, potable water, stormwater), grading, and access roads.
• Perform stormwater and sanitary sewer calculations, including lift station design.
• Develop full plans and specifications using SpecLink format.

Permitting & Compliance

• Prepare and oversee permit applications for land development, erosion control, and stormwater management.
• Coordinate with jurisdictions on regulations for utilities and site services.

Team & Budget Oversight

• Supervise proposals, budgets, schedules, and technical documentation.
• Monitor project forecasts, costs, and quality control.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure client satisfaction and acceptance of work.
• Prepare progress reports and coordinate final project documentation.
• Represent the company professionally in civic and industry organizations.

Safety & Values

• Uphold safety standards and ensure work aligns with company values.
• Prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field.
• 7 or more years' experience in site/civil design.
• Active PE License in the state of Indiana.
• Construction document preparation and hydraulic modeling experience.
• Proficiency with software such as HydroCAD and WinSLAMM.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites, complying with all safety codes.
• Previous leadership experience in stormwater, drainage, grading, and project management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience is highly valued.

Work Environment

• The position is based in our office in Fort Wayne, IN, with the option to work from our Oshkosh, WI office. The Civil Team is known for its close-knit, supportive environment, and provides the opportunity to manage a department. Our backlog of work ensures steady engagement with projects nationwide.