Civil Department Manager

Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE) delivers full-service facility and infrastructure engineering design, environmental science, construction management, and munitions response services worldwide, with over 25 years of successful project performance.

OTIE is actively seeking a highly motivated, full-time Civil Engineering Department Manager.

Position Summary:
The Civil Department Manager will lead and manage the Civil Engineering team. This role is critical in ensuring profitability, operational efficiency, and alignment with the company’s strategic goals. The Civil Department Manager will oversee all civil engineering staff and design projects, analyze team performance, and make recommendations to strengthen the civil team’s capabilities and outcomes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering, project management, and team leadership, with a focus on delivering exceptional results.

Location: This position is based on-site (on a hybrid schedule if desired) at one of our many office locations listed below:

• Wisconsin: Milwaukee (HQ), Green Bay, or Madison
• California: San Diego, Santa Barbara, Ventura, or Walnut Creek
• Georgia: Duluth
• Illinois: Itasca
• Massachusetts: Boston
• Texas: San Antonio

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
  • Provide strategic leadership for the Civil team, ensuring alignment with company goals.
  • Oversee the design and execution of civil engineering projects, including site development, infrastructure, transportation, water, and environmental systems.
  • Evaluate team performance, identify areas of improvement, and recommend support or changes as necessary.
  • Provide mentorship for all staff.
  • Establish and maintain a culture of teamwork, engineering excellence, and growth.
  • Address critical gaps in core capabilities.
• Financial Oversight and Profitability:
  • Analyze financial performance on projects, ensuring profitability and adherence to budgets.
  • Standardize proposal and fee calculations, adjusting to market-acceptable rates.
  • Conduct monthly finance and budget meetings with staff and project managers to review financial reports and implement strategic action plans.
• Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement:
  • Provide tactical leadership, monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and client expectations. Conduct staff allocation / resource reviews to achieve these goals.
  • Ensure that all projects are comply with relevant codes and regulations. Ensure that QA/QC reviews are completed for project deliverables.
  • Develop and implement standardized processes to improve efficiency and ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Foster a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.
• Strategic Planning:
  • Work closely with staff to develop and execute professional development plans, setting clear goals and measurable objectives.
  • Provide actionable recommendations to the Director of Infrastructure regarding team performance, budget allocation, and resource needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering. Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Proven experience in budgeting and proposal development.
• Knowledge of industry-standard proposal and fee structures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Proficiency in project management and financial software.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to civil engineering and construction.

Key Competencies:

• Civil engineering design experience
• Planning, scheduling, strategic thinking, and decision-making
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Financial and business acumen
• Team leadership and talent development
• Communication and relationship-building
• Problem-solving and adaptability
• Self-driven

Working Conditions:
This is a full-time position primarily based in the office, with occasional travel to project sites and meetings as needed. The Civil Department Manager will frequently interact with engineering discipline leaders, accounting staff, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and financial performance.

Compensation: $140,000- $160,000 Annually Benefits

About Us:

The Oneida ESC Group is a family of companies owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin that delivers customer-focused engineering, science, and construction services worldwide.

Our family of companies includes:

• Oneida ESC Group (OESC)
• Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE)
• Mission Support Services (MS2)
• Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS)
• Oneida Engineering Solutions (OES)
• General Mechanical Corporation (GMC)
• Oneida Professional Services (OPS)
• LG2 Environmental Solutions (LG2)
• Oneida Environmental (OE)

We integrate our staff for dedicated, cooperative, and business-like delivery of services to enhance our customers’ missions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oneida ESC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Oneida ESC Group participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. https://www.e-verify.gov/

Oneida ESC Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

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. Oneida ESC Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.