Director of Civil Engineering
Position: Director of Engineering
Location: Westminster, CO
Salary: $130-180k
Summary
The opportunity is with a forward-thinking civil engineering firm specializing in land development across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. Known for our agility, technical excellence, and collaborative culture, they deliver innovative solutions that shape communities and drive sustainable growth. They are seeking a strategic and technically proficient Director of Engineering to oversee project delivery, mentor engineering staff, and drive operational excellence across their portfolio. The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with deep experience in site civil design, permitting, and client engagement, and is passionate about building high-performing teams and scalable systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the engineering team, including project managers, engineers, and designers.
- Oversee the execution of residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects from concept through construction.
- Ensure technical quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery across all projects.
- Develop and implement operational standards, QA/QC protocols, and training programs.
- Serve as a senior technical resource for grading, drainage, utility design, and entitlement processes.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with leadership on strategic planning, business development, and resource allocation.
- Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and project scoping.
- Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in land development engineering
- Proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects.
- Strong understanding of Colorado land development codes, permitting, and entitlement processes.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
- Proficiency in Civil 3D and other relevant design software.
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