Department Manager of Civil Engineering (NYC)

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm with offices in NY, CT and NJ seeks a dynamic Civil Engineering Department Manager to build a civil engineering practice in the region.  The candidate will oversee the vision, planning, project execution, staff development and success of the Civil Engineering Department in H2M’s  Office which has been successfully delivering A/E consulting services to clients for over 3 decades.

The successful candidate will also provide civil engineering project management expertise, business development, client relationship management and coordination of key civil engineering services within the office.  The role will involve strategically growing business development efforts along with supporting technical aspects of civil engineering projects/operations for the office. Considering this position involves building a civil engineering group in this geography, the ideal candidate will have established client relationships. H2M is open to the possibility of an owner/operator of a small civil engineering consulting firm applying for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the Civil Engineering team.
• Create a departmental structure that enables the civil engineering group to operate effectively in various markets (i.e., municipal, real estate, education, etc.).
• Oversee design and coordination of work on multidiscipline projects ranging from due diligence/site feasibility studies; site engineering through regulatory approvals; and permitting for full range of site development projects.
• Develop site layout and design, including site grading and storm drainage, roadway , water and sewer infrastructure, erosion and sediment control.
• Responsible for on-time, on budget, high quality technical deliverables.
• Support of overall project direction and perform project administration which includes writing reports, gathering information, writing proposals & correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports..
• Coordinate with other engineering and architectural departments within the firm.
• Work with firm management to establish and execute financial performance goals.
• Develop an annual civil engineering business plan.  Work with the Office Manager and the firm’s Market Leaders to link plan to the growth and expansion of the firm.
• Build relationships and communicate directly with clients (both internal and external) in support and coordination of all project activities.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) required.
• 15+ years of demonstrated leadership, project management, and client management experience.
• Successful candidate will be known within the municipal and private sector marketplace and have existing relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong client management skills coupled with the ability to cultivate existing and new clients and expand business relationships and opportunities.
• Must possess strong project financial and core business management skills with proven ability to grow a profitable business unit 
• Substantial design experience with a specific focus on site development projects, and a thorough understanding of the entitlement processes.
• Technical expertise and familiarity in the areas of municipal engineering principles and practices of related technical areas required.
• Familiar with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autoturn, MS Office suite and hydrology & hydraulics software packages 
• Must show current involvement (memberships) in or with related political and social networking organizations.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills a must.
• Capable presenter with strong oral and written communication skills.

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law.  Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include  other forms of compensation or benefits.