Civil Engineering Team Lead

Position Overview: The Team Leader will be expected to take on a leadership role within the engineering team to provide engineering and design services to clients and will coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients and other disciplines to deliver on schedule and on budget projects. Train and mentor junior staff in their office as well as manage workload for the team. Lead engineering and production team through the planning and design of civil engineering projects.

Leadership and Direction:

Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level:

• Assist with marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing developers, builders, and government agencies.
• Be able to execute through administration, technical and management techniques on multiple projects to ensure the successful completion, on time and within budget.
• Effectively execute project contracts and develop internal staff.
• Assist in developing processes and provide input on achieving company and office operational excellence while growing their region and office.
• Keep informed of new methods and developments affecting the organization and recommend new practices or changes in emphasis of programs.
• Represent the organization and maintain liaison with individuals and related organizations.
• Drive the profitability and growth of projects.

Do the Work:

• Apply knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions.
• Manage competing demands and establish priorities for staff.
• Be responsible for client interaction, including preparation of new contract proposals, change orders, attending or leading project meetings.
• Lead and manage current project teams from bid until completion, while looking to obtain future business and performing own project duties.
• Mentor and direct junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and be responsible for goal setting and performance management of engineering team.
• Review project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and all other factors, which may significantly affect staffing requirements or budget
• Provide technical assistance in the resolution of design problems including field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, detailed review of design computations done by others and general coordination of design aspects
• May act as the technical specialist for the organization in the application of advanced concepts, principles, and methods in an assigned area

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Flexibility, tact, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail.
• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Ability to lead project meetings and deliver client presentations.
• Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Outstanding client management skills.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Ability to be a self-starter with strong marketing/business development skills.
• Focus on improving return on investment.
• Understanding and accurate interpretation of financial reports and metrics.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• A thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business.
• A thorough understanding of municipal codes and regulations.
• A proven track record of innovation, leadership and creativity.
• Strong demonstrated project management and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and team up with stakeholders across the organization to successfully facilitate the execution of proposals, contracts, and other agreements.
• Proficient technical and computer skills, to include successfully conducting virtual meetings with staff and/or clients.
• Proven marketing and business development skills.
• Ability to collaborate and team well across offices and be able to facilitate agreements.
• Demonstrated technical experience with a wide range of civil projects and experience serving clients.
• Demonstrated experience with processing land development projects in relevant counties/municipalities.
• Ability to lead and develop an engineering and project management team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
• Ten or more (10 ) years of engineering or related land development experience to include a minimum of five (5) years managing multiple complex large scale land development projects (commercial, residential, municipal).
• Minimum of four (4) years of Texas work experience.
• Experience with water/wastewater systems, water treatment, water distribution, pump stations and operations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD and/or Civil3D or similar design software required.