Blue Signal Search · 6 days ago
Civil Engineering Department Manager
Blue Signal Search is a flourishing, Midwest-based consulting practice expanding its footprint in land development. As a Civil Engineering Department Manager, you will steer multiple project teams and refine operational strategy to deliver high-quality residential and commercial site solutions.
Responsibilities
Translate corporate vision into actionable department goals and productivity metrics
Grow and guide a blended staff of project managers and design professionals through mentorship, workforce planning, and targeted hiring
Formalize best-in-class design procedures, QA/QC checkpoints, and cross-department workflows to improve speed and consistency
Strengthen industry relationships by representing the firm at professional societies and community events, opening doors to new private-sector developments
Oversee research initiatives aimed at unlocking new service lines, technologies, and process improvements
Present technical concepts to non-technical audiences, municipal boards, and client stakeholders, advancing project approvals and company visibility
Qualification
Required
PE licensure and 15 + years of progressive civil, environmental, or related engineering experience, including 5 + years leading multi-disciplinary teams
Proven track record managing schedules, budgets, and resources for concurrent land-development portfolios
Mastery of project-management tools, analytical problem-solving, and client-facing communication
People-first leadership style that fosters engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
Preferred
Graduate degree in engineering management or business
Nebraska PE or ability to obtain quickly
Prior P&L ownership of a technical business unit
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Generous PTO
401(k) with match
Career-long professional-development budget
Clear advancement pathway
Culture rooted in mentorship, integrity, and community involvement
Company
Blue Signal Search
Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm built on a foundation of helping others, doing the right thing, and being excellent.